Teaching Assistant
The Abbey School Reading
Reading
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- As soon as possible
- Apply by:
- 14 September 2017
Job overview
We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced and qualified Teaching Assistant who would fully commit to the life and work of the Abbey School
This post is likely to suit an individual with previous experience in a school environment, as either a Teaching Assistant, a Higher Level Teaching Assistant or Teacher wishing to work as a TA, who is comfortable working in Key Stage 2. Secure knowledge and strong skills in Maths and English are essential.
Start date: As soon as possible
Hours of work: Full Time, Term Time Only
For the full job description and details on how to apply for this position, please visit the Vacancies Page on our website www.theabbey.co.uk.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
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About The Abbey School Reading
The Abbey School is a dynamic and vibrant community of more than 850 girls aged 3-18.
The Abbey is always in the top division nationally in academic terms. Our three year average of public examination results are excellent with 82.9% at A*- B and at GCSE 84.5% gained 9 - 7 grades. Leavers go on to an impressive list of universities and courses.
The school places great emphasis on providing a breadth of sporting and cultural challenges and opportunities for each student. Students are presented with the chance for exploration both within the curriculum and in Music, Drama, Sport, DofE and the wide variety of clubs and trips. The Jane Austen Wing at the Senior School has modern classrooms for Humanities as well as bright Art studios and enhanced ICT facilities. The Abbey Junior School (ages 3 - 11) offers a broad curriculum and the atmosphere is friendly, lively, purposeful and fun.
There is an extensive Abbey School coach & bus network and the School is within easy walking distance from Reading Station. There is a range of scholarships and financial assistance is offered to able students through means-tested bursaries which may cover up to 100% of fees for exceptional candidates.
The Abbey represents a unique and exciting opportunity for any girl with a desire to learn, where inspirational teaching and an ethos that promotes aspiration and balance provide the platform for a successful and fulfilling future.
Headteacher
Dr Sarah Tullis
ISI report
“The qualities of pupils’ personal development is excellent. Pupils grow into self-confident and independent young people, supported by Christian values and an understanding of life in a multi-cultural environment.”
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