Associate Professional (Teaching Assistant) - Maternity Cover - Key Stage 2
Ordsall Primary School, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 7SL47 days remaining to apply
Job start date
2 November 2026
Closing date
30 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
14 May 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time: Monday to Friday, 9.15am - 3.15pm, 27.5 hours/week
Contract type
- Fixed term - 10 months (November 2026 to August 2027) - Maternity or parental leave cover
Pay scale
- Grade 4, NJC 8 - 14
Additional allowances
Type of vacancy: Maternity Cover – Upper Key Stage 2
Required: 2nd November 2026 – 31st August 2027
Location: Ordsall Primary School, Ordsall Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire DN22 7SL
Salary Range: Grade 4, NJC 8 - 14
Head Teacher: Mr Karl Hopkinson
Closing date: Tuesday 30th June 2026
Shortlisting: Thursday 2nd July 2026
Interviews: Thursday 9th July 2026Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the school office. Application packs are available by emailing office@ordsallpri.notts.sch.uk or by visiting: https://www.ordsallprimary.com/page/?title=Vacancies&pid=30.
Ordsall Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will therefore be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
All posts in schools are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Unless stated otherwise, posts are suitable for job share arrangements.
The County Council welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation for posts within County and Controlled Schools and Colleges.
What skills and experience we're looking for
Ordsall Primary School is seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Associate Professional (Teaching Assistant) to join our team on a maternity cover basis.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about supporting children’s learning, has high expectations for all pupils and is committed to making a positive difference every day. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and other staff to support pupils both in and out of the classroom, helping to create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment.
The role will involve delivering a daily Read Write Inc. phonics session, supporting small groups of children, providing classroom support and undertaking regular classroom cover across Key Stage 2. The successful candidate will therefore need to be adaptable, organised and confident working with pupils across a range of ages and abilities.
We are looking for someone who:
- has the ability to inspire children and support a love of learning
- has high expectations for all pupils
- is hardworking, adaptable and willing to work as part of a team
- is committed to supporting the needs of all children, including those with additional needs
- has excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
- is willing to undertake training and professional development
- can contribute positively to the wider life of the school
What the school offers its staff
In return, we can offer:
- wonderful children who are enthusiastic and eager to learn
- a happy, welcoming and supportive working environment
- a dedicated and friendly staff team committed to inclusion and ensuring every child succeeds
- opportunities for professional development and training
- a strong team ethos where everyone is valued and supported
- supportive leadership and governors
- a friendly and supportive school community
Further information about the job
Type of vacancy: Maternity Cover – Upper Key Stage 2
Required: 2nd November 2026 – 31st August 2027
Location: Ordsall Primary School, Ordsall Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire DN22 7SL
Salary Range: Grade 4, NJC 8 - 14
Head Teacher: Mr Karl Hopkinson
Closing date: Tuesday 30th June 2026
Shortlisting: Thursday 2nd July 2026
Interviews: Thursday 9th July 2026
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the school office. Application packs are available by emailing office@ordsallpri.notts.sch.uk or by visiting: https://www.ordsallprimary.com/page/?title=Vacancies&pid=30.
Ordsall Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will therefore be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
All posts in schools are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Unless stated otherwise, posts are suitable for job share arrangements.
The County Council welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation for posts within County and Controlled Schools and Colleges.
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
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Ordsall Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained schools, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 578 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Ordsall Primary School website
- Email address
- office@ordsallpri.notts.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01777702852
At Ordsall Primary School it is our mission to provide all our children with an exciting, meaningful and memorable experience within a secure and stimulating environment. We want everyone within our school community to develop pride, perseverance and personal responsibility so that there is a culture where everyone is valued and is able to fulfill their potential. We strive to ensure that everyone works together in partnership to engender within themselves a respect for the environment, the world, themselves and others, so that we learn to celebrate differences, in order to promote the inclusive participation of all.
Arranging a visit to Ordsall Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@ordsallpri.notts.sch.uk.
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