Teaching Assistant (Primary Phrase)

We have a vacancy for an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to work at the Primary phase of our thriving, oversubscribed and outstanding all-through school. The school’s aim is “Excellence for All”, and the Trustees wish to appoint a candidate of significant ability and enthusiasm who is aware of and stimulated by the challenges and potential of a successful multi-ethnic coeducational school.

In this role, you will work under the direct instruction of teaching/senior staff, usually in the classroom with the teacher, to support access to learning for students and provide general support to the teacher in the management of students and the classroom.

Dunraven School Overview

Dunraven School’s results are strong, remaining well above national averages and representing positive ‘value-added’. Recognition of our marked progress has been significant and our journey as a school is important to us. For example: 

• in February 2011, we were designated as both a National Support School and a Leading-Edge School;
• in August 2011, we converted to Academy status;
• in 2012, we began our development as an All-Through School with children starting in Reception in September 2013;
• in summer 2013, our £20 million BSF programme was completed;
• in October 2014, we were judged as outstanding in all areas, including both Early Years and the Sixth Form, by Ofsted;
• in 2016, we were designated as a National Teaching School and an Academy Sponsor, and the Dunraven Educational Trust was established;
• in September 2018, our Multi Academy Trust was formally set up with the integration of Van Gogh Primary, followed by Goldfinch Primary School in January 2019.

Joining us, you will share in the leadership and management of a staff who are hardworking, committed, positive in outlook and dedicated to the achievement of our students.

We also offer: 

• a high standard of professional practice, with bespoke in-house CPD provision, and affiliation to nationally recognised courses and providers (SSAT, Teaching Leaders, Future Leaders, NPQs); 
• clear pathways for career development and progression with a proven track record of success in developing leaders;
• a supportive and collegiate environment, with regular staff social and sporting activities (such as yoga, football and House events); 
• excellent opportunities for leading work with external partners (National Support School, National Teaching School); 
• a culture of high trust and accountability that values creativity and innovation, leading practice locally and nationally in a range of fields. 

We look forward to receiving your application.

To apply, please go to www.dunraven.org.uk > about us > vacancies

Closing date: Noon on Tuesday, 5 July 2022

Interview date: w/c 11 July 2022

Dunraven School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups, including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.