Level 1 Teaching Assistant

Level 1 Teaching Assistant 

Required from 3rd November 2025 

Full time – 37 hrs a week 

Term time only 

Salary Grade C point 5-6 (£25,583 – 25,989 FTE per annum) 

Burford Primary & Nursery School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Level 1 Teaching Assistant to join our warm and supportive school community. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people. 

Located on the border of the City of Nottingham in Arnold, Burford is a welcoming single-form entry school where around half of our pupils are eligible for Pupil Premium. Our dedicated teaching team consistently go above and beyond to make learning exciting, meaningful, and engaging. We are passionate about giving every child the very best start in life. 

We warmly welcome applications from motivated, nurturing individuals who have high expectations for all. The role will include supporting pupils’ with additional learning needs alongside wider impact in the classroom and school. 

As a valued member of our team, you will: 

• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups, helping them to thrive in their learning. 
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• Work closely under the direction of the class teacher to deliver tailored support. 
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• Contribute to creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment. 
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• Support the successful day to day running of the school. 

We are seeking someone who is: 

• Enthusiastic, hardworking, and committed to children’s progress and wellbeing. 
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• Be creative in approach to learning. 
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• Able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff. 
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• Keen to learn and develop their skills as part of a supportive team. 
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• Is literate and numerate. 

What we offer: 

• A welcoming, close-knit school community. 
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• The opportunity to work in a role where you can see the impact of your support every day. 
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• A chance to grow your experience in a nurturing and rewarding environment. 
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• Forward-thinking approach to teaching and learning throughout the school 
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• Career opportunities as part of a successful Multi Academy Trust 

 Visits to our school are warmly welcomed, please contact the school office to arrange an appointment. 

 How to apply 

Equality and diversity matters to us. If you think you’d be suited to one of our roles we’d love to hear from you regardless of age, disability status, ethnicity, gender, religion or sexuality. We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer and as such anyone who is registered disabled and meets the essential person specification criteria will be shortlisted for interview. 

Please complete the online application form which you will find on the Transform Trust website https://transformtrust.face-ed.co.uk/vacancies. Please ensure that you follow the instructions within the application form and ensure that there are no gaps in your education or employment history that are not accounted for. 

Any questions or queries should be directed to Lisa Lister at Burford Primary and Nursery School on headteacher@burford.nottingham.sch.uk or Telephone: 0115 9151560 

Closing date for applications: Friday 10th October 2025 

Interviews will be held on: Thursday 16th and Friday 17th October 2025 

Transform Trust is a Multi Academy Trust with over 9300 children in 26 Primary Schools covering Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, Derby and Derbyshire. Joining us, you will be part of an ambitious and innovative organisation. We have a strong focus on empowering our member schools to drive their improvement journey whilst maintaining their own individual identity and community focus.  

We believe education has the power to transform lives and communities. Our purpose is to be an innovative and inclusive Trust working for all children. 

We are an employer that encourages flexible working and promotes wellbeing through workload considerations.