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Job Introduction

Teaching Assistant Level 1

12 hours 2 days (days to be agreed) - Term time only and Inset (pro rata) days

£7,138 - £7,250 per annum

At Eckington CE Primary School we deliver an excellent, exciting curriculum where we can offer engaged learners in a happy, caring and supportive environment. This is an exciting opportunity to work with delightful children as part of a dedicated, experienced and committed staff team.

We are seeking to appoint a teaching assistant who can add skills and expertise to our flexible and knowledgeable team of staff. The successful candidate will be able to provide support for children in classes, across the primary age range, to help them reach their potential. Experience of working across the primary age range is desirable. Applicants should state on their application form any areas of expertise they may be able to bring to the school.

The pay grade, duties and responsibilities allocated to the post will be based on the skills, experience, knowledge and qualifications of the individual appointed.

The successful candidates will:

Be a good classroom practitioner

Be sensitive to the needs of individual learners

Be enthusiastic and determined to make learning fun

Be passionate about good teaching and learning

Have good English and maths skills

Be flexible, responsible and resourceful

Have relevant qualifications

Be committed to raising the level of achievement for all pupils

Have a positive, cheerful attitude

Be able to work effectively as part of a team

Be able to reflect the values of our Church school

Please contact Mrs Lorna Gower (School Administrator) on 01386 750666 or by email to [email protected] for further information

Visits to the school are welcomed.

Eckington CE First School is committed to equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting welfare of children in line with our safeguarding policy. This post is subject to an DBS check, suitable references and qualifications check. Online searches will be conducted on shortlisted applicants.

October 2026

Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)

This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of criminal records via the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands, or final warnings, as well as convictions. The County Council has a commitment to safeguarding service users in our care.

Equality & Diversity: We are committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application Closing Date: Tuesday 10th November 2026

Anticipated Interview Date: Monday 16th November 2026