General Teaching Assistant - Early Years
| Posting date: | 22 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £10,170 to £10,492 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Grade C, SCP 2-4, £24,413 - £25,185 FTE |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 08 February 2026 |
| Location: | St James' Academy, Dorchester Road, Hull |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Heartwood Learning Trust. |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | https://mynewterm.com/jobs/141387/EDV-2026-SJCEA-47616 |
Summary
We are looking to appoint a General Teaching Assistant – Early Years for 18 hours per week, working Monday - Wednesday on a term time only basis to join our dedicated team at St James' Church of England Academy, fixed term to provide maternity cover.
We can offer a great team who are all very proud of our school, the children and their achievements. As a Church of England school, Christian Values lie at the heart of what we do and we are all role models and demonstrate respect for others on a daily basis.
The successful candidate will join a skilled team to support the learning and development of groups of children, within the planning framework developed by the teachers. The post holder will work collaboratively within the early years team across our Reception and Nursery class, complementing the work of teachers and key workers in this busy and engaging setting within the school. This includes half a day a week in our forest school setting alongside our experienced forest school lead.
What we can offer:
Experienced and supportive School Leadership Team
Opportunities for staff to develop through Continuous Professional Development
Local Government Pension scheme
Occupational Health
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to work scheme
Free on site Parking
Job Details
Hours of Work: 18 hours per week, Monday - Wednesday, Term Time Only
Position Type: Maternity cover, up to 1 year or until return of substantive postholder, whichever is sooner
Line Manager: Principal
Travel Required: No
The salary is dependent on current qualifications and experience, please see the job description for more information.
Application Process
Please complete the online application form to apply for this role. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
Interviews will take place on 11 February 2026.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting our children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks.
We can offer a great team who are all very proud of our school, the children and their achievements. As a Church of England school, Christian Values lie at the heart of what we do and we are all role models and demonstrate respect for others on a daily basis.
The successful candidate will join a skilled team to support the learning and development of groups of children, within the planning framework developed by the teachers. The post holder will work collaboratively within the early years team across our Reception and Nursery class, complementing the work of teachers and key workers in this busy and engaging setting within the school. This includes half a day a week in our forest school setting alongside our experienced forest school lead.
What we can offer:
Experienced and supportive School Leadership Team
Opportunities for staff to develop through Continuous Professional Development
Local Government Pension scheme
Occupational Health
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to work scheme
Free on site Parking
Job Details
Hours of Work: 18 hours per week, Monday - Wednesday, Term Time Only
Position Type: Maternity cover, up to 1 year or until return of substantive postholder, whichever is sooner
Line Manager: Principal
Travel Required: No
The salary is dependent on current qualifications and experience, please see the job description for more information.
Application Process
Please complete the online application form to apply for this role. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
Interviews will take place on 11 February 2026.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting our children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks.