Job Description

Required for September 2025, subject to all Clearances being in place.

The governors of Kelvin Grove Primary School are seeking to appoint an experienced and enthusiastic Early Years Teaching Assistant. You will support teachers with resources, planning and creating a highly stimulating learning environment which provides rich, varied and imaginative experiences. This will be achieved through 1:1 and small group work and by providing in-class support. Experience of assessing pupils' progress through regular observations of pupils engaging in structured play and a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage Profile would be beneficial.





The ideal candidate will have a strong Early Years background and a Teaching Assistant Level 3 qualification or above.





The successful applicant will need to demonstrate:


A solid understanding of the Early Years curriculum and ethos High expectations of children's learning and behaviour Excellent classroom practice Excellent communication and interpersonal skills The ability to lead and work collaboratively as a member of a team Energy, enthusiasm and a good sense of humour A commitment to work in close partnership with parents and carers

Kelvin Grove Primary School's vision is "Achieving Success Together" and we are strongly committed to working in partnership with parents and carers to ensure the best provision for every child. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to support this.



If successful you will be required to apply for an enhanced Disclosure.



Please provide an email address for each of your referees, all references will be taken up and verified prior to interview.



We regret that due to the high number of applications that we receive, we will not be able to contact unsuccessful applicants. All successful applicants will be contacted by school within 2 weeks of the closing date.





Online applications only from www.gateshead.gov.uk





Closing Date 12 noon Friday 22nd August 2025

Salary amounts quoted are from 1st September to 31st August, if you commence employment part way through the academic year they will be subject to an equated salary adjustment