Teaching Assistant

Middlewich Primary School

Teaching Assistant (EYFS) – AAAD5024

Grade 5 - £27274 pro rata per annum
1 Year Temporary Contract

The Headteacher and Governors of Middlewich Primary School are seeking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our team from 1st January 2027 on a temporary contract until 31st December 2027.

The post is for 32 hours per week, term time only –

Monday to Thursday 8:30am to 4:00pm, Friday 8:30am to 12:30pm.

We are looking for a practitioner who has a passion for supporting young children in the Early Years and helping them to thrive during the crucial first stages of their education.

The successful candidate will work closely with our Reception team to provide a nurturing, stimulating and engaging learning environment where every child feels happy, safe and valued.

The successful applicant will:

• Have experience of working with young children, ideally within an EYFS setting.
• Be warm, caring and patient, building positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Have a good understanding of child development and how young children learn through play and exploration.
• Support children's learning both indoors and outdoors, encouraging independence, curiosity and confidence.
• Be committed to ensuring every child achieves their very best socially, emotionally and academically.
• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills and be willing to contribute positively to the wider life of the school.
• Be flexible, enthusiastic and able to adapt to the changing needs of young children.

At Middlewich Primary School, we are proud of our welcoming and inclusive environment where children are encouraged to develop a love of learning from the very start of their school journey. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated and supportive team committed to providing the very best outcomes for our pupils.

Our school places the highest priority on keeping pupils safe and applicants for the post will be subject to stringent safeguarding and vetting procedures. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, and all safer recruitment checks before commencing employment.

If you would like to discuss the role further, please contact Mrs Bev Stephens, School Business Manager, on 01606 652321.

Closing Date: Monday 16^th November, 12 noon

Interviews: Tuesday 24^th November

Completed applications should be returned to the Headteacher, Mrs Gemma Reynolds, Middlewich Primary School, Park Road, Middlewich, CW10 9BS, or via email to admin@middlewichpri.cheshire.sch.uk.