Job Description

Hunsley Primary School are looking for an individual who is committed to making a positive impact in the lives of children to join our friendly and dedicated team of Teaching Assistants who play a vital role in supporting and assisting the teaching, learning and care of children within our school.

The working hours are 21.16 per week, Monday to Friday during the school term. You will also be paid for an additional 21.16 hours per year, which enables you to attend team meetings and training and development outside of your normal working hours. Your actual salary will be 12,568.23 per annum, and this is paid in 12 equal instalments over the year. This is a fixed-term role until 31st August 2026.

Key Responsibilities

The key responsibilities associated with this role involve facilitating the participation and learning of pupils either individually or in small groups, helping to build confidence and self-esteem, including but not limited to:

clarifying and explaining instructions; ensuring pupil's are able to use equipment and materials provided; Including, moving and handling to meet a child's individual needs. assisting in identified areas, e.g. language, behaviour, reading, spelling, numeracy, handwriting/presentation, the use of ICT, social skills and EAL helping pupils to concentrate on, and finish work set; meeting the physical needs of pupils as required whilst encouraging independence; liaising with the class teacher and SENCO about individual needs developing appropriate resources to support the pupil(s)

Why choose us?

Hunsley Primary offers an exciting, challenging primary experience to each of our pupils and in every case, we aim to make sure what we teach to our children is relevant to their needs and their context, designed to enable all children to meet their full potential.

We are part of TEAL (The Education Alliance) Multi Academy Trust and together we share a common purpose:

"We are here to make great schools and happier, stronger communities so that people have better lives"

We are very proud of our school and would welcome the opportunity to give you a tour, so please don't hesitate to contact our HR Team at HR@theeducationalliance.org.uk or on 01482 631208 ext 2353 if you would like to arrange a visit or find out more about the role.

We offer a range of benefits, including:

Access to

professional qualifications

via the apprenticeship levy including routes into teaching via our Teacher Training Provider (YWTT)

Free,

on-site parking as well as Free tea and coffee in our staff rooms

Well-being support

including discounted East Riding gym membership; free annual flu vaccinations; refund of the cost of the annual NHS prescription prepayment certificate; access to a free employee assistance scheme 24/7 with advice on a wide range of issues ranging from legal information and consumer issues to specialist counselling and our virtual GP service.

Family friendly

policies, including sector leading Maternity, Adoption and Neonatal care pay offers. Opportunities for

flexible working

Automatic membership of the

East Riding Pension Scheme

(subject to eligability) Recognition of

continuous service

if you join us from another school, academy or local government employer

Access to our staff benefits platform

which includes big brand discounts and other financial incentives including a cycle to work scheme offering discounted bike purchases

What are we looking for?

We are looking for an individual who is compassionate, engaging, versatile and committed to ensuring every individual child receives the care, support and guidance they need to thrive and be the best they can be.

The successful applicant will have good literacy and numeracy skills, a level 2, TA qualification (or willingness to work towards) and the ability to work collaboratively within a team with minimal supervision.

Applicant Information

The closing date for applications is Monday 15th December 2025.

We look forward to receiving your application and we will contact you once your application has been reviewed. if you require an application in a different format to our standard digital application form, please get in touch with a member of the team at

recruitment@theeducationalliance.org.uk

Interviews are anticipated to take place week commencing 8th January 2026.

The Education Alliance is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service prior to appointment and we undertake an online check, in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024 guidance.

The Education Alliance's Child Protection Policy can be accessed at: https://theeducationalliance.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/Child-Protection-Policy.pdf

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 12,568.23 per year

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 296969INDX