Teaching Assistant/Teaching Assistant 1:1 Early Years

Bridgewater Primary School, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN3 3AF

20 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  9 November 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  20 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £13.28 - £13.48 Hourly Term time only

Teaching Assistant/Teaching Assistant 1:1 Early Years job summary

Bridgewater Primary is a welcoming three-form entry school, with its own nursery provision, situated close to Abington Park. Our creative curriculum and strong team spirit permeates throughout the school. We work hard to ensure our children receive an education, which is fun and underpinned by high standards and expectations.

We are looking for a kind and caring Teaching Assistant/Teaching Assistant 1-1 with a warm, friendly, positive and cheerful disposition, to provide support for pupils and teachers within our school. Whilst this role is primarily based with the Early Years team, the successful candidate will be expected to support throughout the school if required, working with whole classes, small groups or as a 1-1 with a specific child,

This role may involve supporting children with an intimate care plan. Supervision will be given and you will be part of a supportive year group team.

Our school is committed to professional development opportunities for all staff and opportunities often arise for staff who may want to further their career.

“This is a rewarding job for someone who wants to make a difference and be part of a welcoming and inclusive team” quote from one of our current Teaching Assistants!

You will be part of a supportive team of experienced practitioners, who will provide help and guidance, the role will focus on supporting children’s learning and wellbeing, involving delivery of targeted interventions with individual children, small group sessions, supporting the whole class or providing more in-dept support for children with Special Educational Needs.

We encourage visits to our school. Come and meet our children, see our school in action and discover what makes Bridgewater Primary School such a special place to work. Visits are available at the following times. please phone the school office on 01604 637056 to book.

Thursday 22nd October 9am, Friday 23rd October 2pm, Monday 2nd November 3.30pm, Friday 6th November 9.30am.

Hours of work: Monday - Friday 0840-1600, with a 30 minute lunch break, 39 weeks per year (Term time plus training days). The role includes supervising children during lunchtime, both outside and in the dining hall, so lunch breaks may vary.

You will need to be passionate about working with children and have a growth mind set. The ideal candidate must be educated to GCSE standard in English & Maths (Grades A-C or 9-4) and be committed to enabling our children to achieve their full potential. Proof of qualifications will be asked for at intereview. Candidates should have excellent communication skills, be able to use their initiative in dealing with situations effectively and can work as a team member. They should be consistent in their approach and be able to relate calmly and positively, showing patience and a caring attitude.

It would be beneficial to have experience in:

Developing consistent and nurturing routines to engage children in learning

Supporting engagement in shared activities

Supporting social and communication needs, including interactions and structured play

Supporting a child in 1:1 sessions and on a whole class basis.

Developing social interaction skills

Please write your personal statement in your own words and do not use AI-generated content. We are interested in hearing about your individual experiences, skills and passion for the role.

We can offer you:

Happy, enthusiastic & friendly children who want to learn

A supportive and inclusive culture

A commitment to staff well-being

Opportunities for staff development and career progression

Up to date technology

A caring community with supportive parents and Governors

A canteen providing competitively priced meals cooked fresh on site

Large well maintained site with opportunities for outdoor learning

Free on-site car parking

Access to LGSS Pension Scheme and Employee Assist

Training will be available so please apply if you are interested in developing your skills in inclusive practice within a supportive team.

Start Date: ASAP

Interview Date: Thursday 12th November

Please note that it is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

As part of our safeguarding process, recommended by the Keeping Children Safe in Education Publication Sept 2022, we will carry out an online search on all shortlisted candidates.

In line with the governments code of practice for workers in the public sector (Nov 2016) applicants in a customer-facing role must be able to speak English fluently.

Equal Opportunities statement

The school actively and positively supports and encourages policies which stress the importance of equality of opportunity irrespective of gender, ethnic origin, religious background or special educational needs.

We aim, through our work, to challenge prejudice and stereotyping to promote mutual respect and tolerance. All pupils should have opportunities to succeed in a caring environment in which they feel valued.

Safeguarding statement

We recognise that all adults have a full and active part to play in protecting our pupils from harm, and that the child’s welfare is our paramount concern. We recognise that safeguarding is everybody’s responsibility and that we all need to have “respectful uncertainty,” (Lord Laming, 2003), and it is this awareness and understanding that will support us to identify, protect and safeguard children effectively.

All new staff will be fully supported to demonstrate understanding and effective practice of safeguarding and rigorous checking procedures are in place for all employees.

In line with our school safeguarding policy, all appointments are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The successful applicant will also be expected to complete a medical questionnaire.

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.

About Bridgewater Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 650 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Bridgewater Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/bridgewater-primary-school-northampton

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