Job Description

Salary

Band C/ D (24,553-25,183) Pro Rata (Pay award pending)
(based on experience and qualifications)

Region

Rotherham

Job category/type

Education - Non-Teaching

Date posted

27/06/2025

Job reference

REQ20617



Badsley Moor Lane

Rotherham

S65 2QS

01709 828665

Contract:

Temporary (to 31.8.26) in the first instance.
Note: possibility of an extension or permanent contract subject to budget and following a performance review.

Hours:

27.5 per week, Monday to Friday, 08:40 to 15:10 or 08:45 to 15:15 depending on phase of school.

Start date:

September 2025

Closing

date:

Monday 7th July (12:00 noon) - please note short timescale

Interview:

W/c 7th July (to be confirmed)



Badsley Primary is a large, popular Local Authority Maintained Primary School in central Rotherham. We are seeking a highly motivated Key Stage Two (KS2) Teaching Assistant with SEND experience to join our team in providing high-quality education for our children. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and other professionals to support all children, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in their learning and development.



Recent experience of working in a primary school setting and the ability to work as part of a hard-working, highly motivated team is essential.

We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate that they:

Will be committed to our school vision and values. Will be a driven, proactive, and positive individual with a commitment to continuously improving their own standards. Have a good knowledge and understanding of SEND and the principles of inclusive education. Are an excellent practitioner who is competent in English and maths. Have a knowledge and understanding of phonics and early reading. Can motivate and inspire children. Can build positive professional relationships with all pupils and staff. Are able to work independently and as part of a team with initiative. Are energetic, well-motivated and flexible. Are able to manage challenging behaviour in a positive and proactive manner.

We can offer you:

A very popular school with a warm, inclusive environment. The opportunity to work with a dedicated and experienced staff who are committed to team work and ensure that high standards are achieved and maintained. A supportive, warm and friendly environment where we all aspire to be the best that we can be Friendly, cheerful, hardworking children who are keen to learn. Dedicated leadership and supportive parents who care passionately about the school.




Visits to look round school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office 01709 828665 or email school@badsleyprimary.org to arrange an appointment.



Badsley Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and relevant safeguarding checks will be conducted in line with guidance and Keeping Children Safe in Education.



This post involves working with children and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records check at an enhanced level. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check



If you are unable to attend the above interview date, please advise at application time.



Application packs and further details are available by request - email school@badsleyprimary.org.



Completed application forms are to be returned to the same email address.


This post involves working with children and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records check at an enhanced level. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check