8 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    1 September 2025

  • Closing date

    30 April 2025 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    8 April 2025

Job details

Job role

  • Teaching assistant

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Key stage

Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Pay scale

Grade 5 SCP 7-11

Additional allowances

Cover Supervision Allowance - £1353 pa.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Relevant knowledge of first aid.

Ability to use relevant technology e.g. computer/

keyboard/photocopier/video.

Demonstrate good numerical and verbal reasoning skills and

literacy skills and have the ability to produce documentation to a high standard.

Ability to use relevant technology and able to demonstrate

knowledge and use a wide range of ICT systems and solutions to support learningDemonstrable experience of working with or caring withchildren of a relevant age.

Full working knowledge of School policies and proceduresrelating to health and safety, behaviour, attendance, equalopportunities and child protection.

Working knowledge of national/foundation stage curriculumand other basic learning programmes/strategies.

Understanding of the principles of child development andlearning processes.

Experience of supporting teaching staff in the development and education of pupils, including the provision of specialist skills and knowledge

What the school offers its staff

At Rufford Primary School, we are dedicated to providing an exceptional education for all our children. As part of our supportive and collaborative team, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Work with our engaging and caring children
  • Benefit from the support and resources of our Trust
  • Receive ongoing professional development to enhance your skills
  • Our school boasts large grounds and a Forest School, which all children access and enjoy.
  • We have a beloved school dog, who is a cherished member of our community.
  • Be part of a school built on our strong RISE values

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and expect all Staff and Volunteers to share this commitment. All necessary Safeguarding checks will be undertaken in accordance with KCSIE 2024 which must have satisfactory outcomes, otherwise the conditional job offer may be withdrawn. In line with KCSIE we will carry out an online search on shortlisted candidates.

This role has been assessed as working in regulated activity and is subject to an Enhanced DBS plus Children’s Barred List Check.

Applying for the job

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How to apply
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About Rufford Primary School

School type
Academy, ages 2 to 11
Education phase
Primary
School size
225 pupils enrolled
Age range
2 to 11
Ofsted report
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