Teaching Assistant

Lisle Marsden Church of England Primary Academy, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, DN32 0DF

15 days remaining to apply

Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
7 July 2026 at 9am
Date listed
22 June 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: Term time plus 5 days
Contract type: Fixed term - 1 year fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary: £25,185
Actual salary: £17,173

What skills and experience we're looking for

Lisle Marsden Church of England Primary Academy wishes to appoint a high-quality Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated and highly committed team of support staff.

The successful candidate will contribute to the Christian ethos, vision and values of the school while providing high-quality support for pupils’ learning, wellbeing and inclusion. They will play an active role in promoting safeguarding and maintaining a safe, nurturing environment in which all children can thrive.

Working under the direction of class teachers, the post holder will support teaching and learning across the curriculum. This will include assisting with classroom organisation, preparing learning resources and helping to ensure that all pupils can access learning opportunities that enable them to become confident, independent and active learners.

The role also includes supervising pupils during midday meals, encouraging positive behaviour and promoting positive social interaction in line with the school's values.

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and adaptable individual who is committed to helping children achieve their full potential. In return, we offer a supportive staff team and the chance to make a real difference to the lives of our pupils.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Support the Christian ethos and actively model the school’s values.
Promote safeguarding, welfare, and inclusion of all pupils at all times.
Build and maintain positive relationships with pupils, encouraging self-worth and self-esteem.
Support all pupils including those with additional needs and/or EHCP.
Monitor behaviour using positive strategies, in line with the school’s behaviour policy.
Undertake midday meals supervision, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all pupils.
Deal with minor injuries and act as a first aid supervisor as required.
Prepare, manage, and maintain classroom resources and displays.
Encourage healthy lifestyles and support the development of language and communication skills.
Implement structured interventions alongside the class teacher.
Liaise with the Senior Leadership Team and external agencies as needed.
Accompany school activities and take responsibility for individuals or small groups on trips.
Supervise pupils outside lesson times, including break and lunchtimes.
Foster links between families and the wider community.
Attend meetings, professional development, and INSET days as required.
Participate in regular safeguarding training.
Maintain professionalism and confidentiality at all times.
Follow all school policies (including Safeguarding, Health & Safety, Data Protection, and Codes of Conduct) and report concerns promptly.
Undertake any other duties as directed by the Headteacher or Senior Leadership Team.

Desirable skills/ qualities:

Recognised Teaching Assistant qualification or recent experience working in the role of Teaching Assistant in a school

Experience of working with EYFS children
A current First Aid qualification

Previous/recent experience working with children with special educational needs

What the school offers its staff

Lisle Marsden CE Primary Academy is a highly regarded three-form entry primary school. Our Christian vision drives our mission to enable every child to flourish and experience life in all its fullness. We are a welcoming and inclusive school with a warm atmosphere where children are happy, valued and eager to learn.

Lisle Marsden C of E Primary Academy are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers. This post is subject to satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Disclosure Certificate. Stringent Checks and Vetting Procedures apply to all posts as part of our Safeguarding Policy and all shortlisted applicants will also be subject to an online check.

Interested candidates should complete an application form together with a personal statement (up to two sides A4) detailing their relevant experience, skills, knowledge and what makes them suitable for the role.

Application forms should be returned to thompsone@lma.nelcmail.co.uk

We encourage interested candidates to find out more about our academy by visiting our website https://lislemarsdenacademy.co.uk/.

Closing date Tuesday 7th July by 9.00am

1 Year Fixed Term Contract (This will be reviewed, and dependant on the needs of the academy could become permanent).

29.5 hours – Term time (39 weeks)

FTE salary – NJC point 4 £25,185 pro rata, actual salary, £17,173

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.