Job Description

Job Reference #

EDV/2025/CP/83940

Location

Coleridge Road, Eastwood, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S65 1LW

Contract Type

Fixed Term/Term Time Only

Contract Term

Part-Time

Salary

12,760.20 Annually (Actual)

Closing Date

4:00pm, 17th Oct 2025

Start Date

ASAP

Positions Available

1

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About this Role

Coleridge Primary is looking to appoint an Apprentice Level 3 Teaching Assistant to work with our Nursery aged pupils. We are looking for an enthusiastic and caring person to support our pupils and work with the most fabulous families, children and staff. This is a rare opportunity to join our extraordinary team and we are excited to welcome a new staff member to join our dynamic school community!


Coleridge Primary School, rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted, is a one-form entry academy located in central Rotherham. As part of the Central Learning Partnership Trust (CLPT), we collaborate closely with three local schools. We are inclusive, community-focused, and committed to inspiring learning and supporting staff through high-quality professional development.


The role is Monday to Friday 8:15 - 3:15, 32.5 hours per week, term-time (39 weeks). The apprenticeship is expected to run for 18 months from start date.




We are looking for someone who:


- Is a committed, adaptable and caring , passionate about delivering high quality support and providing an inspirational approach to learning - Can lead by example and be a positive role model to our children - Can demonstrate the creativity, resilience and interpersonal skills to complement our highly effective team



Is an effective team player and willing to be fully involved in the life of the school Has qualification passes in English and Math or equivalent


As an apprentice your role will include the following:

- Early Years Educators work with and care for children from birth to 5 years. - They play a massive role in supporting children to have the best start to their education. - You will work as part of a team planning, monitoring and evaluating activities for children from birth to approximately five years of age. - Ensuring the safeguarding and welfare of the children in the room at all times is essential.



- To build positive relationships with the children, families, colleagues and internal/external professionals.

T The school prides itself on its welcoming and positive environment and would warmly encourage you to visit the school by prior arrangement. Please contact the school office by phone 01709 828988 or email enquiries@coleridgeprimary.org if you would like to visit the school.

COMPLIANCE AND SAFEGUARDING

To apply, completed application forms should be submitted via the My New Term platform.


Please note that by submitting an application, you acknowledge that we reserve the right to view any publicly available information published online (including social media platforms) as part of our shortlisting process, in line with current KCSIE guidelines.


CLPT is required under law and guidance to check the criminal background of all employees. Decisions to appoint will be subject to consideration of an enhanced disclosure, including a Barred List check, from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Because of the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).


If shortlisted for an interview you will be required to disclose to us information about any:

adult cautions (simple or conditional); conditional cautions; convictions in a Court of Law; and

This information can be disclosed either verbally at interview or by completing a relevant conviction form after interview if that is your preference. It is an offence for anyone to apply for a role if they are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

CHILDCARE (DISQUALIFCATION) (Applicable to Primary aged Schools)

In accordance with the Childcare Act 2006 and the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulation 2009 the Governors are required to obtain an additional staff disqualification declaration for employees within settings providing care for early years childcare (this covers the age range from birth until 1st September following a child's fifth birthday i.e. up to and including reception age) or later years childcare (this covers children above reception age but who have not attained the age of 8) in nursery, primary or secondary school educational settings, or if when directly concerned with the management of such childcare related establishments. This declaration is to confirm that you are not disqualified 'by association' to anyone currently residing within your household who is disqualified under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulation 2009

ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN THE UK

We are legally obliged to ask you to provide evidence of your right to live and work in the UK. If you are successful, we will ask you to provide appropriate documents, such as a passport, visa of full birth certificate and national insurance number to confirm this. (Further details are available from the UK Boarder Agency website).


CLPT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. CLPT expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.


Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post involves working with children and therefore will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS). Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.


If you are shortlisted for an interview, we shall request two references at this stage to comply with Keeping Children Safe in Education.


The academy values diversity and inclusion welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds. Equality is promoted and the academy will guarantee an interview to disabled candidates if the essential job criteria is met fully.