Teaching Assistant

Briar Hill Primary School are now recruiting for a Teaching Assistant

Do you want to join the TES Primary School of the Year? If you are keen to work as part of an energetic, enthusiastic team and are ready for the next stage of your career, apply to work in Briar Hills’ amazing school.

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead.  From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About the role

Briar Hill Primary School is looking for a Teaching Assistant  with  skills that complement our successful, happy, supportive team. You must possess a natural nurturing ability, want to encourage children to achieve and be a good team player. You will be a good communicator, have a good use of the English language, be trustworthy, reliable, take pride in what you do and above all else, be an exemplary role model to small children.

Through dedicated teaching, a broad and balanced curriculum and outstanding enrichment opportunities at Briar Hill Primary School we are committed to ensuring every child reaches their full academic and social potential. Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme

We can offer you a great team with a wide range of training opportunities including bespoke courses from the David Ross Education Trust.

27.5 hours per weeks, 39 weeks per year, this is a permanent role.

Salary & Benefits

NJC 3 FTE £18,887, pro rata £12,275.06

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education

Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme

Rewards and Recognition Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for 

Good numeracy/literacy skills

Knowledge and compliance with policies and procedures relevant to safeguarding and health and safety

Someone to undertake training as required, such as first aid training, training, ADHD, Altruism, Epilepsy, use of Epi-pen, allergies, fire safety training, “team teach"

Experience providing support to pupils in understanding instructions; supporting independent learning and inclusion of all pupils; and supporting the teacher in behaviour management and keeping pupils on task

Previous experience assisting with break-time supervision including facilitating games and activities and escorting pupils on educational visits

Experience working with individuals or small groups of pupils in the classroom under the direct supervision of teaching staff and providing feedback to the teacher

Proven ability to carry out allocated tasks

About the David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities. 

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing multi-academy trust in the country.  Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 34 schools across the country, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas, our first All Through school and a special school which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply Now

To complete our application form, please click on 'apply here'. 

Please note that we are unable to accept CVs without a completed application form.

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

Should you require any further information before applying please email Jacqui Passmore  JPassmore1@briarhillprimary.co.uk