Teaching Assistant

Pay:  Scale 2 (Possibility of Scale 3 depending on experience) Actual Salary range £18, 122 - £19,118 Term Time 

Start Date: 21st February 2022 (an earlier or later, start date may be negotiable)

Hours: 35 Hours per week - 8.15 – 3.45pm Monday- Friday (start and finish times may change due to Covid arrangements or other circumstances). There may be an option for additional hours for candidates who are able to support before and after school clubs

Teaching Assistant

We are looking for exceptional teaching assistants to expand our team. The current opportunities are in Reception and Key Stage 1, however we will consider applicants for Key Stage 2. We have a number of pupils with SEND and the role of teaching assistant can include general class support, as well as working with individuals or small groups of pupils who require additional support. 

Are you passionate about learning?  Can you inspire our children?

Will you work collaboratively with other staff to ensure the best outcomes for our children?

Then this may be the perfect role for you!

Join our vibrant team of dedicated professionals who are committed to ensuring EVERY child succeeds.

We are looking for an energetic and highly motivated practitioner to help us on our journey from good to outstanding. Our ideal candidate will be committed to ensuring all children enjoy and succeed at school with high aspirations for all. 

If you are looking for an exciting and inspiring challenge in a supportive, happy and welcoming school, we will offer you: 

• A competitive salary 

• A new and exciting school building with a very positive working environment 

• Children who are polite and well-behaved

• Staff who are supportive, dedicated and love to laugh

• A strong network of partner schools providing valuable support to staff

• Regular professional development opportunities for support staff

• And importantly – free tea, coffee and milk to quench your thirst each day!

If you have the skills, experience and drive to be successful in this role, please download the application pack and submit your application form to us by noon on Friday 21st January  

Interviews will take place at the school on Wednesday 26th and Thursday 27th January 2022.

If you would like to visit the school please contact the office manager, Alison Knight (email below) to arrange a visit.

For more information please email our Office Manager (Alison Knight): A.Knight@watlingparkschool.org.uk

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, pre-employment and clear DBS checks. Watling Park School will welcome a diverse population of both children and staff and is committed to promoting and developing equality of opportunity in all its functions.

Please note that applications are only accepted on the BPET application form.