1:1 Teaching Assistant (Nursery)

Criftins CofE Primary School and Nursery, Ellesmere, Shropshire, SY12 9LT

21 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  4 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  14 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: £13.28 per hour

1:1 Teaching Assistant (Nursery) job summary

1:1 Teaching Assistant (Nursery)

Criftins CE Primary School and Nursery

Grade 3, £13.28 per hour

10 hours per week

Fixed Term Contract until 31st July 2027

Are you a caring, patient and dedicated individual who is passionate about helping children thrive?

Criftins CE Primary School and Nursery is seeking to appoint a 1:1 Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated support for a nursery-aged child. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to a child's educational journey within our warm, welcoming and values-led school community.

Working closely with the EYFS Lead, SENDCo and wider school team, you will support the child to access learning opportunities, develop independence, build positive relationships and participate fully in nursery life. You will also assist with wellbeing, personal care and the implementation of personalised support plans where required.

At Criftins, every role matters. We are proud of our nurturing environment where children are known, valued and encouraged to achieve their very best. As part of The Marches Academy Trust, you will join a supportive team committed to high-quality education, professional development and achievement through caring.

What we are looking for

We would welcome applications from candidates who:

• Have experience of working with children, particularly those with SEND or additional needs.

• Are caring, patient and able to build positive relationships with children and families.

• Can support communication, engagement, learning and independence.

• Work well as part of a team and are committed to helping every child succeed.

What we offer

As part of The Marches Academy Trust, you will benefit from:

• Excellent professional learning and development opportunities through our Talent Pathway.

• Career progression opportunities, including funded qualifications where appropriate.

• A supportive and collaborative team environment.

• Access to free counselling, physiotherapy, GP services and other medical support.

• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.

• A strong commitment to staff support, development and work-life balance.

To apply, please complete the online application form.

Closing Date: Midday, Wednesday 4 November 2026

Interview Date: Friday 13 November 2026

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Criftins CofE Primary School and Nursery

• Organisation type: Academy, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 96 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Criftins CofE Primary School and Nursery website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/criftins-cofe-primary-school-and-nursery

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