Teaching Assistant

Little Houghton Church of England Primary, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN7 1AF

13 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  asap

• Closing date

  20 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  7 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £24,796.00 - £25,185.00 Annually (FTE)

Teaching Assistant job summary

We are seeking a dedicated and caring EYFS Teaching Assistant to join the supportive team in our combined Nursery and Reception class. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a nurturing and inclusive school environment where every child is encouraged to flourish academically, socially, and emotionally.

We are looking for someone passionate about supporting children’s learning and development, including pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and who is committed to making a positive difference in school life.

Key Responsibilities

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support teaching and learning in the classroom, working with individuals and small groups
• Deliver targeted interventions and structured support programmes under teacher/SENDCo guidance
• Adapt activities and resources to meet the needs of all learners, including SEND and EAL pupils
• Promote pupil independence, engagement, resilience, and wellbeing
• Assist with classroom organisation, displays, and learning resources
• Observe, monitor, and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teaching staff
• Support pupils’ emotional wellbeing, behaviour, and personal development
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents/carers, and external professionals
• Supervise pupils during breaktimes, lunchtimes, and other school activities as required
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Has experience working with primary-aged children (school-based experience desirable)
• Has a good understanding of supporting children with SEND and inclusive practice
• Demonstrates patience, empathy, and excellent communication skills
• Can work effectively as part of a team while using initiative independently
• Is organised, adaptable, and committed to high standards
• Shares our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive school community
• Friendly and dedicated staff team
• Opportunities for professional development and training, including SEND and safeguarding
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on children’s learning and wellbeing

Safeguarding Statement

Little Houghton CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS clearance, and relevant safeguarding checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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 Little Houghton Church of England Primary

• School type: Local authority maintained schools, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 87 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Little Houghton Church of England Primary website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/little-houghton-church-of-england-primary

Little Houghton is a small village school just 10 minutes from Northampton. We are a friendly, welcoming school with a supportive and hard working team of staff. We are committed to staff development and will ensure appropriate training is provided for the right candidates.

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