Teaching Assistant Level 3 Maternity Cover
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- WhereSheffield
- HoursFull time
- PayGrade 4 £26,406-£28,598 pro-rata per hour
- Posted12 October 2026
- Closes1 November 2026
The children, staff and Governors of Coit Primary School are seeking to appoint an outstanding, enthusiastic, experienced, committed and caring teaching assistant. For the right candidate there may be the possibility to work in an HLTA capacity. This may suit an Early Career Teacher who would like experience or an experienced Teaching Assistant.
You must:
- Have very good communication skills both written and verbal
- Have experience of working with children with SEN
- Be flexible and adaptable
- Be experienced in teaching phonics
- Be willing to work as a team player or on their own initiative
- Have gained an NVQ Level 3 qualification for classroom assistants or equivalent as a minimum requirement
- Have very good Maths and English skills
- Be an excellent, innovative support with a commitment to promoting high standards
- Have a willingness to undertake training
- Have a sense of humour
If you are motivated, enthusiastic and have high expectations of all our children we would welcome your application.
What this role involves
General background for teaching assistant roles. This listing’s own employer, location, pay and hours are shown above.
- Lead classes and activities with help from the teacher
- Work closely with families and carers
- Help teachers prepare materials
- Typical pay (UK)
- £19,000 starting · £26,000 experienced
- Typical hours
- 16 to 37 term time
Career background: National Careers Service · Open Government Licence v3.0
Applications open on Coit Primary School's own careers site.
