School: Capenhurst CE Primary School
Headteacher: Mr Phill Lambe
Address: Capenhurst Lane, Capenhurst, Chester, CH1 6HE.
Telephone Number: 0151 832 3750
School Email Address: bursar@capenhurstcep.cheshire.sch.uk
School Website Address: www.capenhurstcep.cheshire.sch.uk

Position Advertised: Teaching Assistant (supporting all pupils – with and without additional needs)
Salary: Grade 5 – 39 weeks per year - pro-rata salary
Closing Date: 12 noon on 15th September 2026

Applications to be obtained from and returned to: Mrs Clare Auld, bursar@capenhurstcep.cheshire.sch.uk

The Governors at Capenhurst CE Primary School seek to appoint an enthusiastic, caring and suitably qualified teaching assistant to join our successful school as soon as possible. The successful candidate will be part of a team of teaching assistants working across all classes supporting pupils with and without additional needs.

The role involves delivering social, emotional and communication interventions as well as supporting pupils in all aspects of the school curriculum. The post is temporary, initially.

We are situated in a semi-rural location and our school has a warm and friendly feel based on our Christian vision: ‘We are a nurturing, inclusive, learning community, that celebrates all possibilities, through a journey of curiosity, compassion and resilience, nourishing each other spiritually, emotionally, intellectually and physically with God as our companion.’

We offer a welcoming, thriving and creative environment, where everyone matters. As part of Chester Diocesan Learning Trust, you will be part of a wider family of schools who work together as part of their shared vision of one body with many parts.

The post will be for 28.75 hours each week, from Monday to Friday.

The school is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure. An online check will be undertaken for all shortlisted candidates.

Candidates are asked to state their experiences, strengths and interests. School visits are very welcome; please contact the school office to arrange.

School visits: Tuesday 8th September at 2pm or Wednesday 9th September at 4.30pm
Closing Date: 12 noon on 15th September 2026
Shortlisting: 16th September 2026
Interview and activity: 23rd September 2026