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Teaching Assistant - Grade 3 (Maternity Leave Cover - 1 Year)

Sparken Hill Academy, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, S80 1AW

This job expired on 30 January 2026 – see similar jobs

• Job start date

  23 February 2026

• Closing date

  30 January 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  8 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Part time: 17.5 hours per week Monday - Friday 8.45am - 12.30pm
• Contract type: Fixed term - 1 Year - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Pay scale: NJC 5 - NJC 7

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Governors of Sparken Hill Academy are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our Key Stage 2 team to cover maternity leave. You will work alongside class teachers to support the learning and development of pupils, helping to create a positive and engaging classroom environment where all children can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils' learning across the curriculum, both in whole-class settings and through targeted interventions
• Assist in the planning and delivery of learning activities under the direction of the class teacher
• Provide support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
• Help maintain a safe, stimulating learning environment
• Support pupils' social and emotional development
• Assist with classroom preparation, display work, and resources
• Monitor and record pupil progress and achievement
• Contribute to the wider life of the school

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Experience working with children in an educational setting
• Good literacy and numeracy skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting children's learning
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Desirable:

• Relevant Teaching Assistant qualification
• Experience supporting children with SEND
• Knowledge of the Key Stage 2 curriculum

What the school offers its staff

Local Government Pension Scheme

Staff Wellbeing Scheme

On-site Parking

CPD Opportunities

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

Any job offer at Sparken Hill Academy is contingent upon successful completion of all mandatory background checks to our full satisfaction, including:
- An enhanced DBS criminal record check
-- Satisfactory professional references,
- Verification of qualifications,
- A review of publicly available social media demonstrating conduct aligned with our codes & values.

We reserve the right to withdraw an employment offer or terminate a position if background checks or social media screening raise concerns about suitability for working with children. Prospective staff must consent to these checks as a condition of consideration.

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged.

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About Sparken Hill Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 562 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Sparken Hill Academy website
• Email address: kphoenix@sparkenhill.com
• Phone number: 01909 534060
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/sparken-hill-academy

Sparken Hill Primary Academy (Worksop) is a friendly, lively, caring and inclusive school, with a commitment to all pupils achieving personal success.

Our school is proud of the strong bonds created with our children and families. This careful development is the product of nurture, our drive to develop the school’s values and truly going the extra mile for our children and families.

The strong bonds are also reflected in our staff team, who have a ‘can do’ approach, care for each other, learn together, and work well together as a high-performing team. Importantly, we also know how to have fun in what we do!

Arranging a visit to Sparken Hill Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email kphoenix@sparkenhill.com.

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