- School type
- Free School, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 201 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Hunsley Primary website
Teaching Assistant - Level 2
More than one location, The Education Alliance10 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026
Closing date
12 July 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
2 July 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
- Fixed term - 12 months
Pay scale
- Scale Point 5, £13.26 per hour, £18561 actual salary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for an individual who is compassionate, engaging, versatile and committed to ensuring every individual child receives the care, support and guidance they need to thrive and be the best they can be.
The successful applicant will have good literacy and numeracy skills, a level 2, TA qualification (or willingness to work towards)and the ability to work collaboratively within a team with minimal supervision.
What the school offers its staff
We offer a range of benefits, including:
- Access toprofessional qualificationsvia the apprenticeship levy including routes into teaching via our Teacher Training Provider (YWTT)
- Free,on-site parking as well as free tea and coffee in our staff rooms
- Well-being supportincluding discounted East Riding gym membership; free annual flu vaccinations; refund of the cost of the annual NHS prescription prepayment certificate; access to a free employee assistance scheme 24/7 with advice on a wide range of issues ranging from legal information and consumer issues to specialist counselling and our virtual GP service.
- Family friendlypolicies,including sector leading Maternity, Adoption and Neonatal care pay offers.
- Opportunities forflexible working
- Automatic membership of theEast Riding Pension Scheme(subject to eligibility)
- Recognition ofcontinuous serviceif you join us from another school, academy or local government employer
- Access to our staff benefits platformwhich includes big brand discounts and other financial incentives including a cycle to work scheme offering discounted bike purchases
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.
Howden Junior Schoolare looking for an individual who is committed to making a positive impact in the lives of children to join our friendly and dedicated team of Teaching Assistants who play a vital role insupporting and assisting the teaching, learning and care of children within our school.
The working hours are 31 hours 15 minutes per week during the school term, working from 8.50am to 3.35pm with a 30 minute unpaid lunch break. You will also be paid for an additional 31 hours 15 minutes per year, which enables you to attend training days, team meetings and training and development outside of your normal working hours. Your actual salary will be £18561 per annum, and this is paid in 12 equal instalments over the year.
Key Responsibilities
The key responsibilities associated with this role involve facilitating the participation and learning of pupils either individually or in small groups, helping to build confidence and self-esteem, including but not limited to:
- clarifying and explaining instructions;
- ensuring pupil's are able to use equipment and materials provided; Including, moving and handling to meet a child’s individual needs.
- assisting in identified areas, e.g. language, behaviour, reading, spelling, numeracy, handwriting/presentation, the use of ICT, social skills and EAL
- helping pupils to concentrate on, and finish work set;
- meeting the physical needs of pupils as required whilst encouraging independence;
- liaising with the class teacher and SENCO about individual needs
- developing appropriate resources to support the pupil(s)
Why choose us?
At Howden Junior School, relationships are at the heart of all we do. We are a strong community of committed and hard-working staff, dedicated governors and supportive parents. At the centre of our community are our wonderful children. They are the driver for all that we do. Our children have a voice in our community. They lead projects, have chosen charities to support with fundraising and contribute to our continued improvement.
Our school is set in extensive, attractive grounds that provide our children with a wonderful place to play, as well as to learn about the world around them. We have an outdoor classroom, Forest School area and an allotment.
When our children leave us they are caring, curious, motivated, independent individuals, equipped with the courage to pursue an exciting future on their educational journey.
We offer a range of benefits, including:
- Access toprofessional qualificationsvia the apprenticeship levy including routes into teaching via our Teacher Training Provider (YWTT)
- Free,on-site parking as well as free tea and coffee in our staff rooms
- Well-being supportincluding discounted East Riding gym membership; free annual flu vaccinations; refund of the cost of the annual NHS prescription prepayment certificate; access to a free employee assistance scheme 24/7 with advice on a wide range of issues ranging from legal information and consumer issues to specialist counselling and our virtual GP service.
- Family friendlypolicies,including sector leading Maternity, Adoption and Neonatal care pay offers.
- Opportunities forflexible working
- Automatic membership of theEast Riding Pension Scheme(subject to eligibility)
- Recognition ofcontinuous serviceif you join us from another school, academy or local government employer
- Access to our staff benefits platformwhich includes big brand discounts and other financial incentives including a cycle to work scheme offering discounted bike purchases
What are we looking for?
We are looking for an individual who is compassionate, engaging, versatile and committed to ensuring every individual child receives the care, support and guidance they need to thrive and be the best they can be.
The successful applicant will have good literacy and numeracy skills, a level 2, TA qualification (or willingness to work towards)and the ability to work collaboratively within a team with minimal supervision.
Applicant Information
Applications must be received by 23:59pm on Sunday 12 July 2026.
We look forward to receiving your application and we will contact you once your application has been reviewed. if you require an application in a different format to our standard digital application form, please get in touch with a member of the team onrecruitment@theeducationalliance.org.uk.
The Education Alliance is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service prior to appointment and we undertake an online check, in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025 guidance.
The Education Alliance’s Child Protection Policy can be accessed at:https://theeducationalliance.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/Child-Protection-Policy.pdf
Commitment to safeguarding
Additional Information
The Education Alliance is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service prior to appointment and we undertake an online check, in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023 guidance.
The Education Alliance’s Child Protection Policy can be accessed at: https://theeducationalliance.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/Child-Protection-Policy.pdf
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)About The Education Alliance
- Type
- Multi-academy trust
- Email address
- recruitment@theeducationalliance.org.uk
The Education Alliance Multi-Academy Trust was established in 2015 so that South Hunsley School and Sixth Form College could support the setting up of Hunsley Primary School, the East Riding’s first Free School. In February 2016, Malet Lambert School, an 11-16 school in Hull, joined the trust and the following year, Driffield School and Sixth Form joined as a sponsored academy. The Snaith School, an 11-16 school joined us in April 2019 and North Cave CE Primary School in November 2019. Howden Junior School joined us October 2022 followed by Wilberfoss CE Primary School in May 2023. Howden CE Infant School joined us in September 2023 followed by Naburn CE Primary School who joined on 1 October as a sponsored academy.
In addition to the ten schools, the trust also operates Yorkshire Wolds Teacher Training, the only Outstanding SCITT based in East Yorkshire, which is training a new generation of primary and secondary teachers in East Riding and Hull.
Our people:
The Education Alliance is led by CEO, Jonny Uttley, who is an experienced Headteacher and a National Leader of Education. Ethical leadership is at the heart of everything we do and we believe in the importance of local leadership and governance to keep our schools at the heart of the communities they serve. All our leaders have a strong moral obligation to the success of all our young people and it is through a genuine commitment to team working that we seek to add value to all our schools.
Our purpose:
We are here to make great schools and happier, stronger communities so that people have better lives.
The way we do this is by:
Always doing what is right
Trusting in each other and standing shoulder to shoulder
Doing what we know makes the difference
Doing what is right means always acting with integrity, in the interests of others, and being honest, open and transparent.
School Details
Hunsley Primary
Arranging a visit to The Education Alliance
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@theeducationalliance.org.uk.
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