Teaching Assistant - Reception - Cooper Perry Primary School, Stafford

Required: September 2026

Fixed Term until 21st July 2027.

Salary:£25,583 (pro rata)

32.5 hours per week. 45.05 weeks per year.

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our Reception class, who is passionate about supporting children in the Early Years.

The successful candidate will have experience of working within an early years setting and hold a full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Early Years.

They will play a key role in supporting children’s learning and development through engaging, play-based experiences, helping to create a nurturing and stimulating environment where all pupils can thrive.

This role will also include a minimum of one afternoon of cover per week, with two afternoons of cover on alternating weeks.

• Experience of working with children/young people in an early years setting
• Recent experience of working in a school.
• A standard of written and spoken English that supports pupils’ learning.

• TA specific qualification full and relevant to NVQ Level 3 in Early Years.

• An understanding of the varied needs of children as they develop socially and academically.
• A knowledge of behaviour management techniques that support school and classroom practices.
• Knowledge of restorative practice to support SEND pupils.
• A commitment to promoting equal opportunities and meeting individual needs.
• Willingness to take part in appropriate training and personal and professional development
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Effective communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Ability to use ICT/the internet and email to support pupils’ learning.

Visits to the school are welcome. Please contact our school office to arrange a visit: 01785 282210

Closing date: 9th June 2026 12 Noon

Interview date:Tuesday, 16th June/Wednesday, 17th June 2026

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This position is subject to a criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service an online search and two references will be sought.