Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Nassington Primary School, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE8 6QG

18 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  22 June 2026 at 3pm

• Date listed

  4 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Full time, part time: Monday to Friday (part-time or full-time), 38 weeks per year
• Contract type: Fixed term - 1 year
• Full-time equivalent salary: Between £24,796 and £25,185

What skills and experience we're looking for

The post involves working predominantly in our Reception and KS1 class. You will be working under the guidance of the Class Teacher and will support the delivery of the whole curriculum, with potential for working 1-to-1 to support individual children or small groups of children. Experience in the EYFS is desirable, but not essential. You may be required to help with lunchtime supervision.

We are looking for someone who has excellent communication skills, shows initiative and has a desire to have a positive impact on pupils’ learning outcomes.

You will need to:

• Be able to build positive relationships with children
• Be hard working, enthusiastic and creative, with plenty of patience and an understanding of children’s needs
• Offer encouragement and praise to build self-confidence
• Provide feedback on learning progress to the Class Teacher
• Be flexible and adaptable with excellent communication skills
• Have a positive outlook.

What the school offers its staff

Nassington Primary School is a small, vibrant and nurturing village school, located in the picturesque village of Nassington. We currently have 65 pupils on roll, from Reception to Year 6. We received a ‘Good’ judgement for our Ofsted inspection in November 2023.

We are able to offer you:

• Excellent support from a professional and caring team
• Well-behaved, polite and enthusiastic pupils
• A strong team spirit within a small, hard-working staff
• Supportive parents and Governing Body
• Generous pension

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

TA Vacancy June 2026.pdf - 259 KB (opens in new tab)

About Nassington Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained schools, Does not apply, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 69 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Nassington Primary School website
• Email address: officemanager@nassingtonschool.co.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/nassington-primary-school

 Nassington School is a small, thriving primary school rated Good by Ofsted (2024), with 63 enthusiastic pupils. Situated in the heart of a beautiful village community, we offer a warm, supportive environment where staff are valued and developed. We are proud of: 


·         A strong, evidence-informed approach to teaching and learning ·         A genuine commitment to continuous improvement ·         A collaborative ‘Unity’ partnership with Titchmarsh and Warmington schools ·         A supportive team culture with engaged parents and governors ·         Ongoing professional development opportunities to help you grow in your role 


Close to borders with Huntingdonshire, Rutland/Lincs, and Peterborough/Cambs.

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