Teaching Assistant (Level 2, with additional cover duties at Level 4 pay)

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Kingsway Primary Academy

Post Title: Teaching Assistant (Level 2, with additional cover duties at Level 4 pay)

School: Kingsway Primary Academy
Grade/Salary: Level 2 and Level 4 when covering

Contract Type: Fixed term until August 2026
Reporting To: Deputy Head teacher
Start Date: 3rd November 2025 (or sooner)

Application forms can be requested via Kingsway Business Manager (kingsway.busman@wpat.uk)

Application deadline: Monday 13th October

Interviews: Thursday 16th October (provisional date)

Visits to school (strongly recommended): can be requested via a phone call to the school office on 0151 424 5031

Purpose of Role:

Kingsway Primary Academy is seeking a dedicated, dynamic and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support teaching and learning across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 and to provide cover when needed. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and passionate teaching assistant ready to step up, to make a real difference in children’s education and development. You will work closely with class teachers, support staff, and the school’s leadership team to plan, deliver, and assess high-quality learning across the primary curriculum. This role will include covering classes during teachers’ training courses, unplanned absences and supporting targeted interventions.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Teaching and Learning

• Deliver lessons to whole classes across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 in accordance with teachers’ planning and school curriculum requirements.
• Organise and manage appropriate learning environments, resources and classroom activities.
• Support the development of pupils’ skills, knowledge and understanding by following set learning objectives and adapting approaches where necessary.
• Use a range of teaching strategies to engage and motivate pupils.
• Provide feedback to pupils, encouraging high standards of behaviour and learning.
• Contribute to planning, evaluating and adjusting learning activities as required.

Pupil Support

• Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils, ensuring equal opportunities for learning.
• Support pupils’ social, emotional and behavioural development in line with school policies.
• Provide targeted support for individuals or groups where appropriate.

Record Keeping and Assessment

• Monitor and evaluate pupils’ responses to learning activities and record progress as directed.
• Provide objective and accurate feedback to teachers and pupils.
• Contribute to the maintenance of pupil records.

General Duties

• Establish constructive relationships with staff, pupils and parents.
• Attend relevant training and participate in school meetings as required.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school, supporting whole-school initiatives, events and enrichment activities.
• Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of pupils within the school.

Safeguarding and Welfare

• Uphold the school’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy.
• Maintain a safe and nurturing environment in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance.
• Ensure the physical and emotional wellbeing of all pupils.