- Job type:Teaching Assistant / Senior Teaching Assistant / Higher Level Teaching Assistant
- Contract:Fixed term
- Work pattern:Part-time
- Salary:Please see below
- Date posted: Monday 19 October 2026
- Closing date for applications: Friday 6 November 2026
- Employer:Westmorland and Furness Council
KS2 Teaching Assistant
(LEVEL 2+, Part-time 27.5hrs term time only, fixed term until 31st August 2027 due to pupil numbers) PCD5 £26847 FTE (pro-rata – Actual salary £17,086)
Heron Hill Primary School is committed to the principles and practice of safer recruitment, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check and excellent professional references.
Heron Hill Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational professional to work as part of our support staff team. We are seeking an adaptable, flexible, keen practitioner who is ready to contribute to ensuring a high standard of educational provision for all pupils. The role is based in Y5.
The successful candidate will:
- Hold a L2/3 TA qualification
- Have experience of working with upper KS2 aged pupils.
- Have experience of working with a range of pupil needs.
- Be willing to engage in ongoing professional learning and development linked to core subjects and supporting pupils.
Heron Hill is a school with a huge heart and a solid community ethos; the successful candidate will therefore need to demonstrate a willingness to be fully involved in the life of the school.
We welcome visits to school so that you are able to see our school in action and experience our school culture in person.
Closing date for applications: Friday 6th November 2026 (by 9am)
Shortlisting: Friday 6th November 2026
Interview: Tuesday 10th November 2026
Heron Hill Primary School
Hayfell Avenue
Kendal
LA9 7JH
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KS2 Teaching Assistant (3960 ) employer: Westmorland & Furness Council
St Martin and St Mary Church of England Primary School offers a supportive and nurturing work environment, where the focus is on fostering both educational excellence and personal growth. With a commitment to the Christian ethos, employees benefit from a collaborative culture that values integrity and community involvement, alongside opportunities for professional development in the education sector. Located in the picturesque Windermere, this role not only provides meaningful work but also allows for a balanced lifestyle in a beautiful setting.
Contact Details:
Westmorland & Furness Council Recruitment Team
