Teaching Assistant

Calveley Primary Academy, Cheshire, CW6 9LE

13 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  25 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  12 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time: 32.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday 08:30 - 3:30pm Term Time only 39 weeks including Inset Days
• Contract type: Fixed term - 12 months with a view to extend
• Pay scale: SCP3

What skills and experience we're looking for

At Calveley Primary Academy, we are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive rural school community. This role involves working closely with the class teacher to support learning across the classroom, providing one-to-one support for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), and occasionally covering classes when required.

We are seeking someone who enjoys building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues, communicates effectively, and is passionate about helping every child thrive. The successful candidate will bring energy, patience and a genuine commitment to supporting children both academically and emotionally.

Calveley Primary Academy is a special place to work. As a small school, we pride ourselves on our close-knit team, strong community spirit and nurturing environment where every child is known, valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. We believe that happy, confident children achieve great things, and we work together to make every day a positive and rewarding experience for our pupils.

If you are looking for a fulfilling new challenge and would like to be part of a dedicated team that truly makes a difference, we would be delighted to hear from you.

What the school offers its staff

Medicash, Wellbeing Days, CPD

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Calveley Primary Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 118 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Calveley Primary Academy website
• Email address: admin@calveleyacademy.org.uk
• Phone number: 01270918360
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/calveley-primary-academy

At Calveley Academy and Nursery School nestled in the heart of a serene rural setting, we envision a place where children develop a love of learning.
Our vision revolves around fostering an environment where our values of Respect, Resilience, Ambition, and Kindness are woven into their heart and minds, guiding them on a path to become well-rounded individuals.

Our school family nurture curiosity, empowering them to explore, discover and learn. Our ultimate vision is to see each child excel academically, emotionally, and socially, reaching their full potential and ready for the next stage in the education and beyond.

Head of School Ray Rudd
Calveley Primary Academy
Calveley Green Lane, Calveley, Tarporley,
Cheshire CW6 9LE

For all school enquiries, please contact:
Miss Chelsee Hobbins, Office Manager.
01270 918 360
admin@calveleyacademy.org.uk

Arranging a visit to Calveley Primary Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@calveleyacademy.org.uk.

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