Teaching Assistant (Primary KS1) - Maternity Cover

Required as soon as possible

Teaching Assistant (Keys Stage 1) – MATERNITY COVER

30 hours x 45.6 weeks (term-time only)

Salary Scale 3 14-17 £20007-£20472 (ACTUAL pro rata salary £14581-£14920) 

George Mitchell is an All-Through (3-16) multicultural school, with a Nursery. We are proud of our place at the heart of our local community and this is an exciting time for us, as we get ready to move into our new build as part of the Priority Schools Building Programme. We were judged a Good school by OFSTED in January 2016 and you will be joining us at an important point in our journey towards becoming an Outstanding school.

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant KS1 to join our team on a fixed-term Maternity Contract. Our school is a happy, creative community where we seek to help every child thrive. You will play an important part in providing opportunities for personal and academic growth, and contributing to raising the standards of our students. 

The post is term time only 30 hours a week (45.6 weeks). Attendance at INSET Days and CPD sessions is required (5 days equivalence). 

If you have any questions, please contact Helen Williams, Deputy Head Teacher: Head of Primary Phase, who will be able to assist you either by telephone, on 020 8539 6198 or by email at helen.williams@georgemitchellschool.co.uk

Applications must be submitted by noon Monday 1st October. Further information about the school can be found on our website – www.georgemitchellschool.co.uk. All completed applications should be returned to the school at the following address: Androulla Christodoulou, George Mitchell School, Farmer Road, Leyton E10 5DN or email to Androulla.christodoulou@georgemitchellschool.co.uk.  Please note we do not accept CV applications. 

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  Offer of a position is subject to receiving satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS Clearance.