Teaching and Learning Assistant – level 1

Part of the Windmill Primary Federation

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Email:  [email removed] 

Website: https://www.windmillfederation.org.uk 

Headteacher: Emma Hunt

• Salary – Scale C4, £13.70 per hour (£26,427 FTE) 
• Temporary until 31 August 2027
• Part Time
• 28 hours per week
• Term Time plus 1 week
• Required ASAP

Are you passionate about helping children thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment?

Tilney St Lawrence CP School is seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic, and caring Teaching and Learning Assistant Level 1 to join our friendly and hardworking team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children, has a nurturing approach, and is committed to supporting pupils' learning and well-being.

About the Role:

As a Level 1 Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support the class teacher in delivering high-quality learning experiences.
• Work with individuals or small groups of pupils to help them access the curriculum.
• Provide additional support to pupils with specific educational needs.
• Help create a safe, stimulating and inclusive classroom environment.
• Assist with general classroom organisation and administrative tasks.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine passion for working with children.
• Is patient, flexible, and able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Works well as part of a team and shows initiative.
• Has good literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE Grade C/4 or equivalent).
• Ideally has experience in a school setting (though not essential – training will be provided).

We offer:

• A warm, welcoming, and supportive school community.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A well-resourced and engaging learning environment.
• Supportive leadership and dedicated colleagues.

For further information or to arrange a visit, please contact Emma Hunt via the school office above. 

Join us in making a real difference in children's lives every day!

We look forward to welcoming your application.

How to apply:

A job description is available from ‘Attachments.

To download an application form, click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button. Alternatively, please contact Mrs Thorpe at Tilney St Lawrence School on [phone removed] or - [email removed] for an application form.  

Completed forms should be returned to - [email removed]

Closing date:  28 September 2026, 12 noon

Interview date:  w/c 1 October 2026

Tilney St Lawrence CP School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references will be required for the successful candidate.

This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.