Preschool Teaching Assistant - Fixed Term

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
Northampton
TYPE
Contract
LEVEL
Entry-level
SALARY
£27,171 / year
CATEGORY
Education
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SKILLS

Childcare Classroom Support Communication Teamwork Safeguarding Early Years Education Patience Organizational Skills

FULL DESCRIPTION

Preschool Teaching Assistant - Fixed Term

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is hiring a Preschool Teaching Assistant in Northampton, Northamptonshire. Contract: Fixed term, Part Time (09:00-14:00, term time only) until July 2027. Salary: £15,298.21 actual per annum (£27,171 FTE). Start date: 1st September 2026. Closing date: 19th May 2026.

Job Details

We are pioneers in girls’ education and aim to reshape the future of learning itself. We empower our girls to believe in themselves and value the positive contribution they can make to the world. Join our progressive and evolving team at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], part of the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

What you’ll be doing

To play a complementary and supporting role to the teacher in encouraging pupils in their learning and the acquisition of skills and assist in providing a safe, caring and stimulating environment for children before and/or after school hours, including play and learning opportunities.

What skills and experience you’ll bring to the role

Please see the attached job description for further information. For any questions about the role, please see the application instructions for contact information.

Who we are

The [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is the UK’s leading group of 23 independent girls’ schools and two academies across England and Wales. We educate around 19,000 students and employ 4,000 staff, all united for a shared purpose: to help girls learn without limits, so they can go on to lead lives without limits and make the world a better place for us all.

Why join us

  • Competitive salaries and pay progression
  • Access to extensive professional development opportunities
  • Training grants for qualifications
  • A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
  • Generous pension schemes
  • Free life assurance benefit
  • Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans
  • A Cycle to Work scheme
  • Competitive terms and conditions of employment

Our commitment

The [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change. We want every colleague to feel valued, respected and supported, and we actively welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We are equally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must therefore be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including online searches, checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Safeguarding Statement

The [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection checks appropriate to the post, including online searches and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

How to Apply

Use the Fast Apply link or visit the school’s website.

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