EYFS Senior Teaching Assistant

Temporary EYFS Senior Teaching Assistant (15.5 hours per week)

Salary: Grade 7 - PCD 12 to 14 - £29,542 to £30,515 (pro rata) Actual salary £10,596
Core hours: 15.5 hours per week - term time only (Monday 8.30am to 3.30pm, Wednesday 8.30am to 1.00pm and Thursday 8.30am to 1.00pm)
Required from:  4th January 2027 until 16th July 2027

The Learning for Life Trust is looking to appoint for Fairfield Primary School, a positive and enthusiastic Senior Teaching Assistant, who will provide high quality support to children in our setting. The appointment will be a temporary post, linked to pupils requiring support. 

You will have at least an NVQ 3 in supporting teaching and learning skills or the equivalent and have experience of working with children across the primary phase.

We need someone who:
•    Has a good working knowledge of the principles of the Primary Curriculum, specifically Early Years.
•    Has experience of supporting pupils on a one-to-one and small-group basis both in class and in interventions. 
•    Enjoys working with children and can form positive and supportive relationships with children, adults and parents/guardians.
•    Can demonstrate positive and consistent behaviour management.
•    Can be flexible and is able to demonstrate the ability to work and contribute to working as part of a large team.
•    Is reliable and has a good sickness and punctuality record.

Applicants please call 01900 821133 and select the Key Stage 2 administrative office.  Application information is available via the school website www.fairfieldprimary.co.uk or by e-mailing [email protected]

Fairfield Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate checks and undertake enhanced DBS Clearance and the requirement to complete a Childcare Disqualification Declaration.

Closing Date: Friday 20th November 2026 (at 12pm)
Shortlisting: Friday 20th November 2026
Interviews: Tuesday 24th November 2026 
School Tours: Wednesday 11th November (at 4pm)