Teaching Assistant

Job details

Job role: - Teaching assistant

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Working pattern: Part time, full time

Contract type: Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary: £11,182.00 Annually (Actual) L2 point 4

Teaching Assistant job summary

Teaching Assistant L2 (EYFS)Location: [Employer hidden], DunstableContract Type: PermanentHours of work: 5 days a week, 39 weeks per year (including 5 training days)Job start: ASAPSalary: L2, point 4-5Closing date: Monday 13 th April, 12pmOverview of the jobWe are looking for a Level 3 qualified Teaching Assistant to join our fantastic Early Yearsteam at [Employer hidden], collaborating with teachers in planning and deliveringprogrammes of teaching and learning activities for children. You should be passionate aboutsupporting young people in education and an excellent practitioner, able to engage pupils ofall abilities in motivating and creative learning. EYFS experience is desirable. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide support in the classroom to individuals/groups of pupils as directed by the class teacher/line manager (e.g. care plans etc.) Provide support for learning in the classroom as directed by the class teacher/linemanager and help to maintain the order and cleanliness of the classroom Assist in the supervision of children during the working day, on/off site including forexample school visits, swimming; assist in the supervision and support of childrenduring break times. Under the direction of the Line Manager/Senco/Headteacher develop and maintainsupportive relationships with parents, carers and others. Contribute to the care,health and welfare of pupils in accordance with the relevant school policies andsupport the outcomes of Working Together to Safeguard Children. Keep records and provide feedback to teaching and other staff on pupils’ behaviourand progress. Foster a positive, collaborative, and professional working relationship with all teammembers and peers. Physical Effort: The job is likely to involve some physical lifting of children and/orpositive handling, and lifting of equipment on a regular basis. Training will beprovided where necessary. There could be a frequent requirement to deal with vomit and bodily fluids whenchildren are unwell or when following care plans.Purpose of the postIf you have an unwavering commitment to safeguarding young people, high levels ofpersonal resilience and thrive in an environment where no two days are the same, then wewant to hear from you.Full training, support and induction will be provided.In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, thisappointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. We are unable to accept CVsWe thank you for your interest in this role. We offer a range of employee benefits: A comprehensive induction programme and a supportive working environmentincluding access to Teaching School Hubs and Initial Teacher Training Exceptional CPD and development / promotional opportunities Refer a friend scheme Generous pension schemes Employee assistance programme Employee of the month scheme Diverse workplaceThe closing date for applications is 12pm, Wednesday 29th April 2026.Interviews will take place shortly after.Visit our website: www.ardleyhill.org.ukFollow us on Twitter: @ArdleyHill

Teaching Assistant L2 (EYFS)

Location: [Employer hidden], Dunstable

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours of work: 5 days a week, 39 weeks per year (including 5 training days)

Job start: ASAP

Salary: NJC L2, points 4-5

Closing date: Wednesday 29th April 2026 at 12.00pm

Overview of the job

We are looking for a Level 3 qualified Teaching Assistant to join our fantastic Early Years team at [Employer hidden], collaborating with teachers in planning and delivering programmes of teaching and learning activities for children. You should be passionate about supporting young people in education and an excellent practitioner, able to engage pupils of all abilities in motivating and creative learning. EYFS experience is desirable.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide support in the classroom to individuals/groups of pupils as directed by the class teacher/line manager (e.g. care plans etc.)
• Provide support for learning in the classroom as directed by the class teacher/line manager and help to maintain the order and cleanliness of the classroom
• Assist in the supervision of children during the working day, on/off site including for example school visits, swimming; assist in the supervision and support of children during break times.
• Under the direction of the Line Manager/Senco/Headteacher develop and maintain supportive relationships with parents, carers and others. Contribute to the care, health and welfare of pupils in accordance with the relevant school policies and support the outcomes of Working Together to Safeguard Children.
• Keep records and provide feedback to teaching and other staff on pupils’ behaviour and progress.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and professional working relationship with all team members and peers.
• Physical Effort: The job is likely to involve some physical lifting of children and/or positive handling, and lifting of equipment on a regular basis. Training will be provided where necessary.
• There could be a frequent requirement to deal with vomit and bodily fluids when children are unwell or when following care plans.

Purpose of the post

If you have an unwavering commitment to safeguarding young people, high levels of personal resilience and thrive in an environment where no two days are the same, then we want to hear from you. Full training, support and induction will be provided.

In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, this appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

We are unable to accept CVs. We thank you for your interest in this role.

We offer a range of employee benefits:

A comprehensive induction programme and a supportive working environment including access to Teaching School Hubs and Initial Teacher Training

Exceptional CPD and development / promotional opportunities

Refer a friend scheme

Generous pension schemes

Employee assistance programme

Employee of the month scheme

Diverse workplace

The closing date for applications is 12.00pm on Wednesday 29th April 2026.

Interviews will take place shortly after.

Visit our website: www.ardleyhill.org.uk

Follow us on Twitter: @ArdleyHill