10 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    As soon as possible

  • Closing date

    9 November 2025 at 11:59pm

  • Date listed

    17 October 2025

Job details

Job role

  • Teaching assistant

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Part time

Contract type

Fixed term

Full-time equivalent salary

£17,448.00 - £17,721.00 Annually (Actual) GAT 3. 30 hours per week. 39 weeks per year. Fixed term until 17th July 2026

Teaching Assistant job summary

We are looking for a Learning Assistant to join our team here at Kingswood Primary Academy!

About us:

We believe that our children and families deserve the very best staff to support them. We are committed to ongoing professional development and all new staff participate in an induction programme. We are deeply committed to our school and work tirelessly to ensure we provide the best for every child, every single day.

If you are seeking a school where relationships are genuine, supportive, and respectful, and where teamwork and collaboration are highly valued, then Kingswood Primary Academy may be the perfect opportunity for you

We are seeking a friendly, dedicated Learning Assistant to join our vibrant and supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a forward-thinking academy that values every member of staff and is committed to professional development and pupil success.

What You’ll Do:

  • Support pupils’ learning across a range of activities, helping them grow academically, socially, and emotionally.

  • Work closely with teachers to prepare engaging resources and deliver personalised learning plans.

  • Foster independence and self-esteem in pupils, including those with special educational needs.

  • Assist with classroom organisation and ensure a safe, stimulating learning environment.

  • Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families, contributing to our inclusive ethos.

  • Support pupils during off-site visits and collaborate with external agencies when needed.

What We’re Looking For:

  • A caring, proactive individual who enjoys working with children.

  • GCSEs in English and Maths. Teaching Assistant qualifications or experience would be an advantage.

  • Qualifications or experience of working with children with Special Educational Needs would also be an advantage.

  • Someone who communicates effectively and works well as part of a team.

  • A role model who upholds high expectations and promotes positive behaviour.

  • A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

About us:

We are a small primary academy, with a committed staff team, serving a diverse community in Corby. The academy, last inspected in April 25, was judged as a good school in all areas of the Ofsted framework. The report shared ‘Pupils are happy, safe and feel welcome. They know that staff care about them and have their best interests at heart’.

e believe that our children and families deserve the very best staff to support them.


We are committed to ongoing professional development and all new staff participate in
an induction programme. We are deeply committed to our school and work tirelessly to
ensure we provide the best for every child, every single day.
If you are seeking a school where relationships are genuine, supportive, and respectful,
and where teamwork and collaboration are highly valued, then Kingswood Primary
Academy may be the perfect opportunity for you
We are seeking a friendly, dedicated Learning Assistant to join our vibrant and
supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a forward-thinking academy
that values every member of staff and is committed to professional development and
pupil success.
What You’ll Do:
Support pupils’ learning across a range of activities, helping them grow
academically, socially, and emotionally.
Work closely with teachers to prepare engaging resources and deliver
personalised learning plans.
Foster independence and self-esteem in pupils, including those with special
educational needs.
Assist with classroom organisation and ensure a safe, stimulating learning
environment.
Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families, contributing to our
inclusive ethos.
Support pupils during off-site visits and collaborate with external agencies when
needed.
What We’re Looking For:
A caring, proactive individual who enjoys working with children.
GCSEs in English and Maths. Teaching Assistant qualifications or experience
would be an advantage.
Qualifications or experience of working with children with Special Educational
Needs would also be an advantage.
Someone who communicates effectively and works well as part of a team.
A role model who upholds high expectations and promotes positive behaviour.
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Public
Public
About us:
We are a small primary academy, with a committed staff team, serving a diverse
community in Corby. The academy, last inspected in April 25, was judged as a good
school in all areas of the Ofsted framework. The report shared ‘Pupils are happy, safe
and feel welcome. They know that staff care about them and have their best interests at
heart’.

We believe that our children and families deserve the very best staff to support them.
We are committed to ongoing professional development and all new staff participate in
an induction programme. We are deeply committed to our school and work tirelessly to
ensure we provide the best for every child, every single day.
If you are seeking a school where relationships are genuine, supportive, and respectful,
and where teamwork and collaboration are highly valued, then Kingswood Primary
Academy may be the perfect opportunity for you
We are seeking a friendly, dedicated Learning Assistant to join our vibrant and
supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a forward-thinking academy
that values every member of staff and is committed to professional development and
pupil success.
What You’ll Do:
Support pupils’ learning across a range of activities, helping them grow
academically, socially, and emotionally.
Work closely with teachers to prepare engaging resources and deliver
personalised learning plans.
Foster independence and self-esteem in pupils, including those with special
educational needs.
Assist with classroom organisation and ensure a safe, stimulating learning
environment.
Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families, contributing to our
inclusive ethos.
Support pupils during off-site visits and collaborate with external agencies when
needed.
What We’re Looking For:
A caring, proactive individual who enjoys working with children.
GCSEs in English and Maths. Teaching Assistant qualifications or experience
would be an advantage.
Qualifications or experience of working with children with Special Educational
Needs would also be an advantage.
Someone who communicates effectively and works well as part of a team.
A role model who upholds high expectations and promotes positive behaviour.
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Public
Public
About us:
We are a small primary academy, with a committed staff team, serving a diverse
community in Corby. The academy, last inspected in April 25, was judged as a good
school in all areas of the Ofsted framework. The report shared ‘Pupils are happy, safe
and feel welcome. They know that staff care about them and have their best interests at
heart’.

We believe that our children and families deserve the very best staff to support them.
We are committed to ongoing professional development and all new staff participate in
an induction programme. We are deeply committed to our school and work tirelessly to
ensure we provide the best for every child, every single day.
If you are seeking a school where relationships are genuine, supportive, and respectful,
and where teamwork and collaboration are highly valued, then Kingswood Primary
Academy may be the perfect opportunity for you
We are seeking a friendly, dedicated Learning Assistant to join our vibrant and
supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a forward-thinking academy
that values every member of staff and is committed to professional development and
pupil success.
What You’ll Do:
Support pupils’ learning across a range of activities, helping them grow
academically, socially, and emotionally.
Work closely with teachers to prepare engaging resources and deliver
personalised learning plans.
Foster independence and self-esteem in pupils, including those with special
educational needs.
Assist with classroom organisation and ensure a safe, stimulating learning
environment.
Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families, contributing to our
inclusive ethos.
Support pupils during off-site visits and collaborate with external agencies when
needed.
What We’re Looking For:
A caring, proactive individual who enjoys working with children.
GCSEs in English and Maths. Teaching Assistant qualifications or experience
would be an advantage.
Qualifications or experience of working with children with Special Educational
Needs would also be an advantage.
Someone who communicates effectively and works well as part of a team.
A role model who upholds high expectations and promotes positive behaviour.
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Public
Public
About us:
We are a small primary academy, with a committed staff team, serving a diverse
community in Corby. The academy, last inspected in April 25, was judged as a good
school in all areas of the Ofsted framework. The report shared ‘Pupils are happy, safe
and feel welcome. They know that staff care about them and have their best interests at
heart’

We believe that our children and families deserve the very best staff to support them.
We are committed to ongoing professional development and all new staff participate in
an induction programme. We are deeply committed to our school and work tirelessly to
ensure we provide the best for every child, every single day.
If you are seeking a school where relationships are genuine, supportive, and respectful,
and where teamwork and collaboration are highly valued, then Kingswood Primary
Academy may be the perfect opportunity for you
We are seeking a friendly, dedicated Learning Assistant to join our vibrant and
supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a forward-thinking academy
that values every member of staff and is committed to professional development and
pupil success.
What You’ll Do:
Support pupils’ learning across a range of activities, helping them grow
academically, socially, and emotionally.
Work closely with teachers to prepare engaging resources and deliver
personalised learning plans.
Foster independence and self-esteem in pupils, including those with special
educational needs.
Assist with classroom organisation and ensure a safe, stimulating learning
environment.
Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families, contributing to our
inclusive ethos.
Support pupils during off-site visits and collaborate with external agencies when
needed.
What We’re Looking For:
A caring, proactive individual who enjoys working with children.
GCSEs in English and Maths. Teaching Assistant qualifications or experience
would be an advantage.
Qualifications or experience of working with children with Special Educational
Needs would also be an advantage.
Someone who communicates effectively and works well as part of a team.
A role model who upholds high expectations and promotes positive behaviour.
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Public
Public
About us:
We are a small primary academy, with a committed staff team, serving a diverse
community in Corby. The academy, last inspected in April 25, was judged as a good
school in all areas of the Ofsted framework. The report shared ‘Pupils are happy, safe
and feel welcome. They know that staff care about them and have their best interests at
heart’.

We believe that our children and families deserve the very best staff to support them.
We are committed to ongoing professional development and all new staff participate in
an induction programme. We are deeply committed to our school and work tirelessly to
ensure we provide the best for every child, every single day.
If you are seeking a school where relationships are genuine, supportive, and respectful,
and where teamwork and collaboration are highly valued, then Kingswood Primary
Academy may be the perfect opportunity for you
We are seeking a friendly, dedicated Learning Assistant to join our vibrant and
supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a forward-thinking academy
that values every member of staff and is committed to professional development and
pupil success.
What You’ll Do:
Support pupils’ learning across a range of activities, helping them grow
academically, socially, and emotionally.
Work closely with teachers to prepare engaging resources and deliver
personalised learning plans.
Foster independence and self-esteem in pupils, including those with special
educational needs.
Assist with classroom organisation and ensure a safe, stimulating learning
environment.
Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families, contributing to our
inclusive ethos.
Support pupils during off-site visits and collaborate with external agencies when
needed.
What We’re Looking For:
A caring, proactive individual who enjoys working with children.
GCSEs in English and Maths. Teaching Assistant qualifications or experience
would be an advantage.
Qualifications or experience of working with children with Special Educational
Needs would also be an advantage.
Someone who communicates effectively and works well as part of a team.
A role model who upholds high expectations and promotes positive behaviour.
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Public
Public
About us:
We are a small primary academy, with a committed staff team, serving a diverse
community in Corby. The academy, last inspected in April 25, was judged as a good
school in all areas of the Ofsted framework. The report shared ‘Pupils are happy, safe
and feel welcome. They know that staff care about them and have their best interests at
heart’.

In return we have multiple benefits for our talented and highly valued people:

Alongside nationally agreed terms and conditions, we offer a generous benefits package. Here's a selection of what's on offer to our people in recognition of the huge difference they make to our children, their families and the communities we serve.

  • A comprehensive package of benefits via our benefits marketplace
  • A free digital wellbeing companion for all colleagues
  • A free, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme - confidential & compassionate support when you need it
  • Train & qualify as a Mental Health First Aider. We aim to have a qualified Mental Health First Aider in each academy
  • Supporting your professional development through CPD, Apprenticeships, Upskilling and Professional Review
  • Generous public sector pension schemes for everyone
  • Eye tests & Spectacles Discount
  • Family friendly policies and time off for dependants
  • Dedicated ECT support programme
  • Access to savings in childcare costs
  • Generous annual leave allocation
  • Automatic pay progression
  • Free parking on all sites
  • Principles on workload & directed time for teaching staff
  • Professional Supervision for Academy Leaders

If this post attracts sufficient interest before the closing date, we may decide to close and interview this vacancy at an earlier date, so an early application is advised.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to receipt of satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education”.

The Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.

All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.

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.

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About Kingswood Primary Academy

School type
Academy, ages 4 to 11
Education phase
Primary
School size
211 pupils enrolled
Age range
4 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report

School location

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