Teaching Assistant - Yorkley Primary School

Grade Grade 5 (pts 11-14) £28,142 – £29,540 pa pro rata
Allowances (Not applicable)
This post is suitable for newly qualified teachers
Hours Full Time
Contract Fixed Term Contract
Closing Date: 27/02/2026
Interview Date: 20/03/2026
Start Date 13/04/2026
Yorkley School – Job Vacancy

The Forest of Dean Community Schools Federation is seeking a full-time Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team. This role has arisen due to rising pupil numbers and additional needs of our children. We offer an exciting opportunity to be part of a thriving, values-driven federation at the heart of its community.

The post is term time only (38 weeks per year), working 28.75 hours per week, and is fixed term until August 2027, with a strong likelihood of extension subject to the ongoing needs of the federation. The role will initially be based at Yorkley Primary School.

We can offer:
• A warm, welcoming federation with a genuinely friendly and supportive staff team.
• Children who are happy, motivated and a joy to work with.
• Class sizes under 30, allowing you to make a real difference.
• A supportive and experienced leadership team, rated Outstanding in both school inspections.
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance.
• A wide range of CPD opportunities, both in-house and beyond the federation.
• The opportunity to work within small, inclusive schools rooted in their local communities.
• A setting where your ideas, skills and sense of humour are truly valued.

We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who:
• Is inspirational and demonstrates high expectations for all pupils.
• Is well organised, adaptable and enjoys working as part of a team.
• Is flexible, positive and genuinely enjoys coming to work.
• Believes in children, inclusion and the values of our federation.
• Can work calmly under pressure and brings a good sense of humour.
• Builds strong relationships with pupils, colleagues, parents and the wider community.
• Is professional, reflective and keen to develop their own practice.
• Is willing to share good practice and respond positively to guidance and support.

Closing date: 27th February 2026
Interviews: 10th March 2026

Successful applicants will be notified within a few days of the closing date.

Visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged by prior appointment.

Yorkley School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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