Teaching Assistant

32.5 Hours per week, term time only
Maternity Cover, fixed-term contract
Starting January 2026
Grade 3 £19,210 (Actual approx.)

St John’s is a large, successful primary academy that is committed to providing an excellent education for its pupils. The Governors wish to appoint an experienced and qualified Teaching Assistant.

Applications are invited from an enthusiastic, hard-working LSA who has experience of and a passion for supporting children’s learning in school. The successful candidate will also have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and hold the relevant qualifications.

The position is a mixed role to support children with a range of learning. If appointed, you will work alongside a team of teachers and other practitioners to develop and deliver an appropriate curriculum in line with the children’s needs. You will need a strong understanding of the Primary curriculum and your experience of supporting children will be fundamental to ensure the pupils you support are nurtured, motivated, encouraged to learn and achieve realistic goals, both socially and academically.

How to Apply:

Further details and an application form are available on the academies website here

It is recommended that potential candidates arrange a visit to the academy.

Appointments can be made by emailing: lgreenhouse@stjohnsprimary.academy

Scheduled visit times are:

• Wednesday 19th November at 1:30pm
• Wednesday 26th November at 9:30am

Completed applications should be emailed to Laura Greenhouse - lgreenhouse@stjohnsprimary.academy.

Only candidates who are short-listed will be contacted by phone or e-mail.

Closing Date: Friday 28th November 2025 at midday

Interviews: Thursday 4th December 2025