1:1 Teaching assistant position at Aston by Sutton Primary School

Opportunity to join our team

Aston by Sutton Primary School is looking for a caring, enthusiastic and committed 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join our welcoming KS1 team. This is a wonderful opportunity to make a meaningful difference each day, supporting a child to grow in confidence, independence and success within a happy, caring school community.

About Aston by Sutton Primary School

Aston by Sutton Primary School is a small rural primary school with 92 children on roll, where everyone is known, valued and encouraged to thrive. Our core values of Respect, Inspire and Achieve run through everything we do, helping to create a warm and welcoming family atmosphere. Children work hard and achieve well here, supported by a hardworking community of staff, pupils, parents and carers who work together to help every child do their best.

The Role

Contract: permanent | Pattern: full time 32.5 hours | Salary: Grade 4 | Closing Date: 11 September 2026

This role offers the chance to play a vital part in a child’s learning journey, providing thoughtful 1:1 support that helps them access the curriculum, build confidence and reach their potential and beyond. You will be part of a collaborative team that values kindness, consistency and a shared commitment to helping every child feel secure, included and successful.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support a child to learn, grow and achieve their very best, celebrating progress every step of the way
• Work closely with teachers and other team members to provide consistent, effective support
• Help plan and deliver additional activities that make learning engaging, enjoyable and fun

The Person

We are looking for someone who brings energy, empathy and a genuine passion for helping children succeed. You will enjoy working as part of a team, building positive relationships and contributing to a school where children’s learning, wellbeing and sense of belonging are always at the heart of practice.

We’re Looking For:

• A passionate and hardworking person who is committed to making a positive difference to children’s lives
• Someone with experience of supporting children with additional needs, including one-to-one support
• Experience of working with children with autism spectrum disorder and speech, language and communication difficulties
• A highly motivated and inclusive team player who works well with others
• Someone who is solution-focused, resilient and ready to support children in the best way possible
• Strong and established safeguarding awareness, with children’s mental health and wellbeing at the forefront of your practice
• A solid understanding of supporting children with additional needs, backed by relevant experience and training
• Excellent communication skills and a real commitment to enriching pupils’ learning and wellbeing
• The ability to build warm, supportive relationships with children and with parents and carers
• A clear understanding of the Key Stage 1 curriculum

What We Offer

At Aston by Sutton Primary School, you will join a happy, hardworking and well-established team where staff are supported, appreciated and encouraged to develop. We are proud of our supportive atmosphere and the strong sense of community that surrounds the school, making it a rewarding place to work and grow.

Benefits of Joining Our Team:

• A happy, hardworking and established team to work alongside
• Supportive staff, children and parents who value and strengthen our school community
• A caring atmosphere where every team member plays a part in making a difference to children’s lives
• Opportunities to develop your skills in a rewarding and meaningful role
• A school culture that values staff wellbeing, collaboration and work-life balance

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application, using the application form included in this post, before the closing date of 11 September 2026 at 5.00pm.

For further information or to arrange an informal visit, please contact the school directly.

All applicants will undergo enhanced DBS checks reference and vetting checks inline with Keeping Children safe in education.  This will include a telephone call with the applicant's named referees on their application form. 

Please note that  Aston by Sutton places safeguarding at the centre of all they do and expects all staff to uphold the highest standards of pupil safeguarding and confidentiality.

Please use this email for contact: admin@aston.cheshire.sch.uk