16 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    1 September 2026

  • Closing date

    8 July 2026 at 9am

  • Date listed

    22 June 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Teaching assistant

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 1, Key stage 2

Working pattern

Part time

Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

Between - £25,583 - £25,989 1.0 FTE = 37 hours, 52 weeks

Actual salary

Actual - Between £19,328 - £20,077 = 32.5 hours, 39 weeks

What skills and experience we're looking for

We require a Teaching Assistant who will:

  • Work with small groups of SEN children or 1:1 with children to deliver a variety of learning and social skills interventions
  • Be a hardworking and patient, kind person
  • Have a positive, adaptable, proactive approach at all times
  • Have effective communication skills and the ability to work in partnership with all members of the school community and outside agencies
  • School Visiting Date: Wednesday 24th June at 3.40pm (Please email school to confirm your attendance). This is the only date you can visit.

  • Job Title: Teaching Assistant Level 2
  • School Visiting Date: Wednesday 24th June at 3.40pm (Please contact school to confirm your attendance).
  • Closing date for applications: 9am, Wednesday 8th July 2026
  • Interviews to take place: Wednesday 15th July 2026
  • Employment Start Date: Tuesday, 1st September 2026
  • Grade: LGS - Level 2, Grade 3
  • Scale Point: LGS - 5-6


What the school offers its staff

In return, we can offer:

  • Happy, respectful children with a positive attitude towards their learning.
  • An enthusiastic, supportive and friendly team of colleagues who are very

welcoming and willing to share their expertise and learn from one another.

  • A supportive Senior Leadership team and Governing body who put wellbeing at the heart of everything we do.
  • A dedicated, experienced governing body who are involved in the life of the

school.

  • A whole school community approach to developing positive relationships,

confidence and self-belief supports our vision that every child’s experience must

be a happy one.

  • We provide a nurturing and supportive environment where children feel safe,

valued, and listened to and where individuality and successes are celebrated.

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.

Visits to the school prior to applying for this post are strongly encouraged.

Please email the school office to make an appointment enquiries@ecclesall.sheffield.sch.uk.

Please ensure you complete the Peak Edge Application Form or you will not be considered for this post.

Please download the application pack and form form.

Commitment to safeguarding

Ecclesall Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children: we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to disclose any cautions or convictions prior to interview. The amendments to the ROA Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) provide that certain convictions and cautions are 'protected' and are therefore not subject to disclosure to employers. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

About Ecclesall Primary School

School type
Academy, ages 4 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
School size
Up to 630 pupils
Age range
4 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Phone number
01142663137

Ecclesall Primary School is a friendly, happy and creative school for children from 4-11 years old. Our motto is “Happy Children, Happy School, Learning together, Growing together”. From the very start of their time at Ecclesall Primary School children know that their happiness and well-being is our priority. Our three Ecclesall values are Positivity, Kindness and Respect. A whole school community approach to developing positive relationships, confidence and self-belief supports our vision that every child’s experience must be a happy one. Our children are taught lifelong skills and the importance of developing a healthy, happy mind and body. We provide a nurturing and supportive environment where children feel safe, valued, and listened to and where individuality and successes are celebrated. Children are encouraged to talk about their thoughts and feelings and they know adults will listen. Supportive friendships are key and children know how to care for each other. Through discussion and learning, children are encouraged to develop the skills and resilience to cope with challenges and ultimately be happy, confident individuals, who love life, school and learning.

We are proud to be part of Peak Edge, a strong and supportive Trust that works collaboratively to share expertise, resources, and best practice. Being part of Peak Edge means our staff benefit from high-quality professional development, opportunities for career progression, and access to a network of colleagues who are passionate about delivering exceptional education.

Arranging a visit to Ecclesall Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email raj@ecclesall.sheffield.sch.uk.

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