Senior TA - Level 3
Carter Knowle Junior School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S7 2DY14 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 January 2027
Closing date
24 November 2026 at 9am
Date listed
9 November 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1
Working pattern
- Part time: Fixed term - 2 terms - 26 hours (Level 3) Senior TA (Grade 4) 4 days a week - Mon-Thurs, 39 weeks a year 1 Jan 2027 - 31 Aug 2027 8.30-4.00 with a 30 min lunch break (unpaid) (no other breaks). 7 hours per day, 28 hours per week.
Contract type
- Fixed term - Fixed Term - 01.01.2027 - 31.8.2027
Full time equivalent salary
- Pro Rata £16,484
What skills and experience we're looking for
The Holt House and Carterknowle Schools Federation is looking for a senior teaching assistant to join our pre-school staff at Holt House Infant and Pre-School.
You will need to have experience of working with pre-school children and supporting them effectively. You will be expected to be skilled in working with individuals, with small groups and in all the different learning areas. You will need to have high expectations for what pre-school children can achieve both in their learning and in their independence, while being able to provide good pastoral support and care. As a senior TA you will assist the pre-school lead with preparation, assessment and supporting with adaptive learning. You will be called upon to supervise the children for short periods as ad hoc cover. Good numeracy and literacy skills are essential for this post.
What the school offers its staff
We can offer you support and continuing professional development so that you can fulfil your role well. Holt House Infant and Pre-School is a lovely school with wonderful children who are eager to learn. We are committed to meeting children’s individual learning needs, working in partnership with parents and carers. Break time and lunchtime supervision is part of this role. The working hours are Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursday's: 8.30 am – 4.00 pm (with one break of 30 minutes for lunch). Further information can be found on our website https://www.holthouse.sheffield.sch.uk/
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people; we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to disclose any cautions or convictions prior to interview. The amendments to the ROA Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) provide that certain convictions and cautions are 'protected' and are therefore not subject to disclosure to employers. The successful candidate will complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, internet check and a Children’s Barred List check.
Applying for the job
Please complete the online application.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Carter Knowle Junior School
- Organisation type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 7 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 239 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 7 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- enquiries@holthouse.sheffield.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01142553717
Carterknowle Junior School is part of the Holt House and Carterknowle Schools Federation and we nurture a caring community in which every child learns well. We have a welcoming and secure environment with a warm and friendly ethos. We are dedicated to providing high standards and are committed to giving each and every child the best education. We have high expectations and children and adults work together in a positive and supportive way.
Arranging a visit to Carter Knowle Junior School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email enquiries@holthouse.sheffield.sch.uk.
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