Teaching Assistant

If you are looking for your next role as a Teaching Assistant, we would love to hear from you!

We are looking to recruit a permanent Teaching Assistant with effect from 14th September 2026.

Crown Wood Primary School has an exciting opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our existing team on a full-time, permanent basis. We are looking for versatile professionals who are able and willing to work across the whole primary setting.

1x Teaching Assistant, (initially in KS2)

31.25 Hours p/w, term time only Grade: K-J Scale Points: 3-6

The post is for 31.25 hours (8.30am - 3.15pm with 30 minutes unpaid lunch), term time only. The post will include lunchtime support. The post is available on a fixed term basis subject to all relevant checks, referenced and successful probation period.

We are looking for someone who:

May have ambitions to qualify as a teacher in the future.

Good levels of literacy and numeracy.

Relevant qualifications and / or experience of working with children.

Keen to learn.

Flexible, resilient and resourceful.

About our school

At Crown Wood Primary School, we have built our ethos on a strong set of core values which underpin everything that we do. Our aim is to give students at Crown Wood a better chance of success than if they attended any other school in the country. Ambition, excellence and pride run through all aspects of school life.

Ambition

We have a strong desire and determination to achieve success. We believe there are no limits to what can be achieved. We do what it takes for as long as it takes. In other words, we go for it every day!

Excellence

We strive for greatness in everything we set our minds to. We endeavour to do our very best and excel in all aspects of school life.

Pride

We are ‘fiercely’ proud of ourselves, our school, our community and our Trust. We hold our heads high and feel a sense of togetherness and joy in our school.

Why Join Greenshaw Learning Trust?

At Greenshaw Learning Trust, collaboration sits at the heart of everything we do. As part of our family of schools, you'll benefit from shared expertise, high-quality professional development and opportunities to grow your career across the Trust.

We offer our staff:

• Professional development and career progression
• Generous pension scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym discounts
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Being part of a supportive and ambitious organisation

If you share our commitment to helping every child thrive, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Please download the recruitment pack for further information.

The closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday 6th September 2026. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.