Teaching Assistant (Level 2) Maternity Cover
30 hours per week
Monday to Friday 8:30 – 15:30
Band 3 points 5 to 6: £17,901 to £18,597
Start date: 13th April 2026
Fixed term until 11th April 2027 (subject to maternity employee return date)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a strong candidate to support teaching and learning at Green Lane Infant School.
The school seeks to appoint an exceptional individual to work in the classroom to support teachers and ensure our children achieve their full potential. You will be working primarily with the school’s Early Years children.
Candidates need to:
• Support students at the direction of the class teacher or SLT
• Liaise with teaching staff regarding the work set
• Liaise with pastoral staff as necessary
• Assist in delivering the curriculum by effectively communicating with pupils
• Help to manage the behaviour of pupils according to the school’s behaviour policy to ensure a positive learning environment
• Deal with any immediate problems or emergencies in accordance with the school policy and procedures
• Create opportunities for all learners to reach their potential, irrespective of ability
• Ensure the health, safety and welfare of pupils is maintained at all times.
Experience in working with students with a variety of Special Educational Needs would be an advantage.
Please see the attached job description for more information.
In return we can offer you:
• A friendly and supportive environment to work in
• Well behaved, happy pupils to work with
• Ongoing support and professional development
Green Lane Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.