Bank Teaching Assistant

We are recruiting bank staff Teaching Assistants

Your new company

Gretton School is an independent specialist school for children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Conditions, specifically high functioning autism and Asperger’s Syndrome. We welcome students from 5—19 years old, as weekly boarders or as day students. Based just outside Cambridge, we work with 12 counties to provide a broad and individualised education for these unique and wonderful students.

Your new role

We are looking for exceptional people to work with our exceptional students. We are recruiting bank staff Teaching Assistants to start as soon as possible. The successful candidates will have the ability to support teaching across either the primary or the secondary phases. You will need to flexible with your availability including being available at short notice as you may be covering pre planned cover, sickness cover and any temporary absences.

What you'll need to succeed

We are seeking people who thrive on working in a challenging but immensely rewarding environment, who are passionate about supporting the development of social, life and independence skills and who truly want to make a difference in the lives of young people.

What you'll get in return

As well as flexible working options, Gretton is a friendly school where staff are supportive of each other inside and outside of the classroom and there is an opportunity to really make a difference to the lives of our students and their families. Gretton has a person-centred focus, providing each child with a personalised education and care programme tailored to help meet their unique needs. At Gretton, our staff are like family, so don’t delay and apply today to join the Gretton family.

How to Apply

Please complete the attached application form and send it to jobs@grettonschool.com 

Safeguarding recruitment statement

Gretton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment, applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service. We aim to be a fair employer and are committed to equal opportunities. Gretton School does not discriminate against employees on the basis of gender, ethnic origin, disability or age.

Applications will be considered immediately upon receipt - we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date