Teaching Assistant

Start date as soon as possible 

Join our friendly team at Ellenborough Academy! 

We’re offering the role of Teaching Assistant in our school.

This post is fixed term until 22nd May 2026 to cover maternity leave.
•    30 hrs/week (8:30 am –3 pm with a 30 minute lunch) term time
•    Grade 5, SCP6 £25,989 PA £13.47 per hour
•    EYFS - Mixed pre-school, Nursery and Reception class
•    You should be: Level 3 qualified, calm, flexible, team-oriented

Ideal Candidates Will Be:
•    Passionate about delivering a love of learning
•    Has a good understanding of teaching and learning
•    Patient, caring and responsive to children’s needs
•    Supportive of school values and family ethos
•    Can work as part of a successful team
•    Well organised, supportive and enjoys working with 2-5 year olds

We Offer:
    Wonderful children, who love to learn
    A welcoming environment with high expectations and support
    A strong community who work together as a team to ensure the best outcomes for our children

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of all our pupils and staff and expect all applicants to share this commitment.  All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

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Full details:  Email: head@ellenborough.cumbria.sch.uk
Call: 01900 812931 (8am–4pm, term time)
Closing Date: Monday 29th September 2025 , 12 noon
Interviews: Monday 7th October 2025