Teaching Assistant – 2 roles available

The Governors at Appleby Primary School would like to appoint 2 teaching assistants to support children with additional needs within our inclusive school to start as soon as possible initially on a fixed term basis until 31st August 2026 due to SEND requirements. 

PCD5 £25,989 per annum pro rata, term time only plus 1 week.

The posts will be:
Role 1: 6.5 hours per week
Role 2: 20.5 hrs per week (job share available)

The successful candidate will:
•    Have high expectations of our pupils with a commitment to achieving high standards and excellent progress.
•    Be flexible, supportive and committed to the life of the school.
•    Be a positive role model to pupils and other staff, demonstrating high levels of motivation and enthusiasm.
•    Support the inclusive ethos of our school.
•    Be able to work as part of an effective and committed team.
•    Be able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.

At Appleby Primary School we can offer you:
•    Happy, hardworking and well behaved children
•    Supportive parents and governors
•    A wide range of opportunities for professional development

Application forms and further details are available from the Office Manager Rachel Bousfield, via e-mail: admin@applebyprimary.cumbria.sch.uk and should be returned by 9.00am on Monday 26th January 2026.  Interviews will be held Wednesday 4th February 2026.
Tours of the school are welcome and encouraged. Please contact the school to arrange.

Appleby Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all staff to adhere to this. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure and references will be sought.