1:1 Teaching Assistant

Job Introduction

An opportunity has arisen within our Stickney Church of England School and New Leake School federation to appoint an enthusiastic and flexible 1:1 Teaching Assistant, who is hardworking and energetic, and who has a positive attitude, good sense of humour and is fun to work with.

Our schools are small, friendly and successful village schools with an excellent ethos for learning. You will join a successful, supportive and friendly team of professionals who all achieve high standards in academic
and personal development and where the children are happy, well-motivated and enthusiastic learners.

Applicants will require a relevant NVQ 2 or equivalent, experience of working with SEND children and recent primary school-based experience of supporting children within this age group. As well as supporting academic learning, the role will involve nurturing the social and behavioural development of the children.

Duties include:
• Act in accordance with school policies and procedures and relevant legislation, particularly in
relation to child protection and behaviour management.
• Have excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Have high expectations of all pupils and strong behaviour management skills
• Participate in the preparation of the indoor and outdoor learning environments
• Be able to motivate and inspire a love of learning in all pupils.
• Promote development and learning (physical, emotional, educational and social) - fostering growth,
independence and building self-esteem
• Carry out reasonable daily personal care/hygiene duties and administer basic first aid.
• Assist with the movement of children in and around the school.
Visits to our school (by appointment) are encouraged and warmly welcomed.
Application forms and further information can be downloaded from our websites: The New Leake Primary School - Job Vacancies and Stickney Church of England Primary School - Job Vacancies

Completed application forms to be submitted on LCC application form to recruitment@stickneynewleake.co.uk
All posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All Pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education”.

Closing date:31/05/2026

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.

All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.