Teaching Assistant

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To apply: Please complete the application form attached to this job description and return it to Rebecca Charlesworth (Headteacher) at head@wrenbury.cheshire.sch.uk by Monday 15th June, before 9am.

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Job Advertisement: Teaching Assistant
School: Wrenbury Primary School

Contract Type: Temporary for 1 academic year in the first instance
Start Date: Tuesday 1st September 2026
Salary: Grade 4-6 - grade dependent on experience (£25,583 - £31,022)

Hours: 32.5 per week (8:30am-3:30pm Monday to Friday)

38 weeks per year (term time only)

School visit dates: Please call / email the school office to arrange (01270 260656 / admin@wrenbury.cheshire.sch.uk )
Closing Date: Monday 15th June at 09:00
Interview Date: Wednesday 17th June

At Wrenbury Primary School, our motto is “We all matter” — and this is at the heart of everything we do. We are a nurturing, inclusive village school with a strong connection to nature and the environment, offering children a rich and meaningful learning experience both inside and outside the classroom.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our team. This is a temporary, full-time role from 1st September 2026 to 31st August 2027 with a view to a permanent role from September 2027.

This is a varied role which involves working with children from across school, supporting children in class, groups and leading interventions as directed by the SENCO/class teacher.

The successful candidate must: -

• have previous experience of working with primary aged children and those with special educational need (preferrable)
• have a minimum Level 3 Teaching Assistant and or Level 3 EYFS qualification
• be highly motivated and committed to working as part of a team
• create a calm, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment where every child feels valued
• be passionate about delivering creative, nature-connected learning
• have excellent interpersonal skills
• have the ability to act on their own initiative
• be committed to the vision and values of our school
• have a child-centred approach to their work
• have excellent verbal and written communication skill at all levels (with children, staff and parents/carers)
• have a good sense of humour and a hardworking ethos
• be able to present as a positive role model
• demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding children and maintaining confidentiality at all times
• be able to work independently but also as part of a team

In return, we offer:

• A welcoming school community where “we all matter.”
• Enthusiastic and curious learners who thrive on challenge and creativity.
• A supportive and collaborative staff team.
• Opportunities to engage with outdoor learning and our school’s commitment to environmental education.

Guidance Notes for Applicants

Please read the important information in these guidance notes prior to completing and submitting your application using the Cheshire East Application Form.

• You must complete the application form to apply for this vacancy.
• There is opportunity within the application to provide evidence of your experiences, skills and qualifications as related to the person specification and job description. You may provide further details on additional sheets, if required.
• Please ensure all gaps in employment and education history are fully explained on your application form. We may wish to verify this information during the recruitment process.
• Make sure you return your application form by the closing date.
• No applications will be accepted once the closing date has passed.
• After the closing date the applications will be passed onto the recruitment team for short listing.
• Please be aware that it is not normally possible to rearrange the set interview date.

You will be asked to sign a copy of your electronically submitted application form at interview.

References:

As this post forms part of the Children’s Workforce, references will be taken up for shortlisted candidates before interview. To help us get a quick response, please ensure that you provide us with referees who are contactable and available. If possible, please provide e-mail addresses for your referees and advise them that they will be asked to provide a reference for you if you are shortlisted for the post.

Application forms need to be emailed to Rebecca Charlesworth the Headteacher, using the head@wrenbury.cheshire.sch.uk email address. Please ensure your application arrives before the deadline for receipt of applications.

Our school community places the highest priority on keeping our children safe and is committed to safeguarding children, therefore the successful candidate will be subject to stringent vetting procedures including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) before appointment is confirmed.