Teaching Assistant L3

Employer: Pineham Barns Primary School

Location: East Midlands

Salary: £26,864 - £27,274

Job type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Sector: Education & Training

Job Description

We are looking for a Teaching Assistant to join our enthusiastic team, who is committed to providing the very best for our children. This is an exciting role to work across our school supporting our children and also covering classes when cover is needed. The successful applicant should be: Enthusiastic about primary education Passionate about developing the whole child Flexible, motivated and energetic Keen to work as part of a team Eager to participate in professional development opportunities and keen to learn Dedicated to meeting the personal needs of a child Committed to upholding all safeguarding policies Willing to train in first aid We can offer: A friendly, positive and dynamic staff team Professional development opportunities and regular training from our senior leaders Positive and hardworking children A school with a passion for delivering the highest educational standard An exciting, engaging curriculum enjoyed by both the children and adults who deliver it Preston Hedges Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. All appointments are subject to successful Disclosure and Barring clearance and any other necessary safeguarding checks, satisfactory references and medical clearance. Please be advised that as per KCSIE 2026 all shortlisted candidates will be subject to online checks. Please also be advised we will take up references prior to interview and that one referee must be your last employer. Our Safeguarding Policy can be found on our website, please click the following link Policies - Preston Hedges Trust The school provides equal opportunities to all. We are equally committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity. We aim for our workforce to be representative of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to providing equality and fairness in our recruitment and employment practices and not to discriminate on any grounds. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination. If you have any questions please contact the school office on (01604) 978120 or email rosie.godfrey@pineham.org

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