Teaching Assistant


Company:	eTeach UK Limited
Salary:	SCP 5 - 6 £25,583 - £25,989 (pay award pending)
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Mexborough, S64 8NE
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	16 Oct 2026
Closing date:	30 Oct 2026

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Summary

Swinton Queen Primary School are looking to recruit 2 Teaching Assistants who share our values and can bring expertise, energy and commitment to our team. Swinton Queen Primary is a thriving, popular 1.5-form entry school in Swinton, Rotherham. We are dedicated to empowering our pupils to flourish into well-rounded individuals.Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. Whenever an opportunity arises to expand our team, we seek caring individuals who are deeply invested in our pupils and their families, and driven to help every child reach their full potential.Continuous professional development is a priority for us, and we actively invest in our team's growth. In return, we are looking for resilient candidates with fresh skills and perspectives who can help us deliver the very best outcomes for our school community.The successful candidate will:be committed to our school and Trust vision and values.be driven, proactive and positive with a commitment to continuously improving their own standards.an excellent practitioner who is competent in literacy and numeracy.have a knowledge and understanding of phonics and early reading.be able to motivate and inspire children as active learners.hold children and adults with unconditional positive regard at all times.be able to build positive professional relationships with all pupils and staff.be able to work independently and as a part of a team with initiative.be punctual, energetic, well-motivated and flexible.We can offer you:Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.Access to workplace and wellbeing support services.A genuine sense of belonging in a family of schools rooted in strong values.A comprehensive induction and support programme.A culture where curiosity, collaboration, joy and challenge drive professional growth.A real commitment to work–life balance: your wellbeing matters to us. We want you to thrive, both at work and beyond it.This post involves working with children and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records check at an enhanced level.Swinton Queen Primary is proud to be part of White Woods Primary Academy Trust: a family of primary schools across Rotherham, united by a shared commitment to improving children’s lives. The Trust’s work is guided by its four core values—the 4Cs: Child-centred, Collaborative, Curious and Challenging.White Woods Primary Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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