13 days remaining to apply

  • Closing date

    23 January 2026 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    9 January 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Teaching assistant

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Part time

Contract type

Fixed term

Full-time equivalent salary

£14.25 per hour

Additional allowances

£14.25 per hour

Educational Teaching Assistant job summary

Fixed Term Until August 2026

Role 1: 22.5 hours per week (09.00 - 13.30)

Role 2: 16.25 hours per week (12.15 - 15.30)

£14.25 per hour

We passionately believe that every child deserves an excellent education and access to amazing opportunities which help them to learn more about and appreciate the world we live in. We believe that every adult in school plays an important role in supporting our mission of enabling all children to thrive and reach their potential.

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and hardworking educational teaching assistant to join our successful team. They will oversee agreed work programmes with individuals/groups (including those with SEND) in or out of the classroom. They will assist Teachers in planning, assessment and management/preparation of resources.

What makes our school special? (In our words)

*Our children are at the heart of everything we do.

*Relationships are strong, respectful and nurturing.

*We play an active role within our community and like to reach out to support others.

*Our staff are empathetic, people-centred and committed to working hard, together.

*We face challenges with positivity and optimism, working hard, together, to overcome them.

*We all love to learn!

What makes our school special? (According to our Y6 pupils)

*”Thornhill is a representative school for the community- we are an amazing school!”

*”Music is a very special part of our school and we treasure it truly. We learn a new musical instrument every year.”

*”We have amazing school trips, which are unique for every year group. We have just been to London in Y6 and we loved Chester Zoo in Y4.”

*“Our school is such a great place to be. It is almost like a magic place because it brings so many friends and families together.”

Can you see yourself joining and contributing to our fantastic school family?

The successful applicant will:

  • Be flexible and caring.
  • Have excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Be committed to contributing as part of a successful team.
  • Be passionate about enabling every child to fulfil their potential.

We can offer you:

A supportive team of professional staff

A well-resourced and attractive learning environment

Excellent professional development opportunities

Access to CPD and training

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Visits to the School are strongly encouraged- we would love to meet you! Please contact the school office to book a visit on 01924 453259.

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

Focus Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate at Enhanced Level will be required for this post.

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.

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About Thornhill Junior and Infant School

School type
Academy, ages 4 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
School size
342 pupils enrolled
Age range
4 to 11
Ofsted report
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Primary Academy

School location

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