Teaching Assistant - Level 2 - Fixed Term


Company:	The Education Alliance
Salary:	Actual salary will be £12,649.97 per annum
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	HU15 1XB
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	13 Oct 2026
Closing date:	23 Oct 2026

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Summary

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 up to 21.16 per week, Monday to Friday during the school term. The post holder will also support with lunchtime supervision of the children. Your actual salary will be £12,649.97 per annum, and this is paid in 12 equal instalments over the year. This is a fixed term role until 31 August 2027.

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 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 eligibility)

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 applicants 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 the Friday 23rd October 2026.

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

Internal candidates (those already working for TEAL) should use the following link to apply: https://candidate.theeducationalliancecareers.org.uk/327437INT

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 2026 guidance.

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

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