Job Ref No. ECC2590-79S Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Point 12
Position Start Date: 01/09/2026 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Fixed
Application Close: 06/07/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: TBC  

Job Description

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We are seeking to appoint a flexible and committed team player, within our small, community school for two afternoons per week (6 hours in total), term time only.

The main role will involve covering whole-class PPA for a mixed Y4/Y5 class and a mixed Y5/Y6 class.

Main Responsibilities:

Deliver high-quality lessons.
Provide whole-class cover during short-term absence.
Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs, including pupils with SEND, EAL and disadvantaged learners.
Lead small group and one-to-one interventions to accelerate progress.
Promote high expectations of learning, behaviour and achievement.
Use questioning and assessment effectively to support pupil progress.
Encourage independence, resilience and a love of learning.
Be an adaptable team player.
Hold GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).
Hold a HLTA qualification.
Demonstrate a high standard of written and spoken English.
Have a good sense of humour!

We are able to offer:
A good work - life balance.
A strong and caring staff team.
Well-behaved, enthusiastic children.
Biscuits in the staff room!

If you are interested in joining us, we are keen to meet with you! Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the main office to arrange a visit.

Cold Norton Primary 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 appointment is subject to safer recruitment procedures, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and medical clearance.

Information about the School

Cold Norton Primary School is a Community Primary School for children aged between 4-11 year that serves the village of Cold Norton and the surrounding areas.

Our large, open grounds are a huge asset and are used to enhance learning for all ages.

A strong community spirit pervades all that we do and enhances the opportunities that we offer our children.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

Information about the school

Contact Information

Emily Penkett
St Stephen's Road
Cold Norton, Chelmsford
Essex, CM3 6JE
Telephone: 01621 827086
Email: admin@coldnorton.essex.sch.uk

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