Teaching Assistant

What skills and experience we're looking for

About the Role

We are seeking to appoint a motivated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and welcoming team. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers to support pupils’ learning both in the classroom and through small group or 1:1 support, helping them to achieve their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally.

This role would suit someone passionate about working with children and committed to making a positive difference in education.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils’ learning in the classroom and in small groups
• Assist the teacher with preparation of learning activities and resources
• Provide targeted support for pupils with additional learning needs where appropriate
• Promote positive behaviour and engagement with learning
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
• Contribute to pupils’ wellbeing and development

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• A positive, patient, and caring approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Strong organisational skills and flexibility
• GCSE Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent) in English and Maths
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Desirable (but not essential)

• Previous experience working in a school setting
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND
• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

We Offer

• A friendly and supportive staff team
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• A positive working environment with engaged pupils
• The opportunity to make a real difference in children’s education

What the school offers its staff

o Enthusiastic, motivated, and respectful pupils.

o A supportive and welcoming staff community.

o Strong leadership and committed Governors.

o A well-structured CPD programme and opportunities for professional growth.

o A school committed to high standards and continuous improvement

o 2-week October half Term

o Free Parking

o Free Tea & Coffee

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.