Teaching Assistant (2 positions)

Marshbrook First School, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST19 5BA

Deadline is tomorrow

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  6 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  5 November 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: 18,807.00

Teaching Assistant (2 positions) job summary

At Marshbrook First School, we are proud of our caring, nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential. We are seeking to appoint two enthusiastic, committed and adaptable Teaching Assistants to join our dedicated team and provide targeted support for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), alongside delivering intervention programmes to support learning and progress.

These are rewarding opportunities to make a real difference to children's educational experiences by providing personalised support and helping pupils develop confidence, independence and success in their learning.

Position 1 Hours: Monday to Friday (31.25 hours)

8:45am - 12:00pm (Nursery SEND Support) 12:00pm - 12:30pm (Support Lunchtime) & 1:00pm - 3:30pm (SEND Support)

Position 2 Hours: Monday to Friday (30 hours)

8:45am - 12:00pm & 12:30pm - 3:15pm (Including SEND support duties and intervention delivery)

Both positions are temporary and linked to external funding, with an end date of 31 August 2027.

The Role

Working under the direction of the Assistant SENCO and teaching staff, the successful candidates will:

Provide high-quality support for pupils with SEND across the school.

Deliver targeted interventions, particularly in English and mathematics.

Support pupils within Nursery, Early Years, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 as required.

Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs), SEND support plans and intervention programmes.

Encourage pupils' engagement, independence and social development.

Monitor and record pupil progress and provide feedback to teachers.

Support positive behaviour and contribute to a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Assist with lunchtime supervision duties (Position 1).

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

Has experience of working with children with SEND and a good understanding of supporting a range of additional needs.

Has experience working within EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2 settings.

Has a passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning.

Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Is organised, flexible and able to work on their own initiative.

Has high expectations of children's achievement, behaviour and wellbeing.

Works effectively as part of a team and contributes positively to school life.

Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

We Can Offer:

Friendly and supportive colleagues.

Enthusiastic and well-behaved pupils.

A welcoming school community with strong links to families.

Opportunities for professional development and training.

The chance to make a significant difference to the lives of children.

Visits to the School

We welcome prospective applicants to visit the school and see our wonderful setting in action. Visits can be arranged by contacting the school office.

Telephone: 01785 712780

Email: office@marshbrook.staffs.sch.uk

Being part of Penk Valley Academy Trust:

Penk Valley Academy Trust is the local academy Trust for the following schools: Marshbrook First School, Princefield First School, St John’s First School, St Mary & St Chad CE First School, Penkridge Middle School, Wolgarston High School and The Rural Enterprise Academy.

 

The Trust’s vision and ethos is encapsulated in our motto ‘Learning Together’. Our main aim is to work collaboratively and take collective responsibility for ensuring that every child and young person in our Trust receives an excellent education, achieves high outcomes and realises their potential. All members of staff work incredibly hard to provide the very best education for every child in our care.

 

Employee benefits

Access to first class CPD opportunities

Genuine opportunities for career progression - with 7 schools within the academy

Professional assistance - you will have access to an Employee Assistance Programme

Pension - automatic enrolment into Local Government Pension Scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free will writing service

 

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and responsibility. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

 

All staff working in the School during the school day will have contact with children and will therefore be in regulated activity. 

To read our Safeguarding Policy click here https://www.marshbrook.staffs.sch.uk/page/?title=Policies&pid=22

To read our Recruitment & Selection Policy click here Trust-wide Policies and Statutory Information | Penk Valley Academy Trust

 

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

 

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

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.

About Marshbrook First School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 2 to 9
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 176 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 9
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Marshbrook First School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/marshbrook-first-school

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