Teaching Assistant

St John’s School would like to appoint an inspirational and enthusiastic teaching assistant to join our friendly and talented team. Our school is achieving some amazing things and we are looking for someone who can motivate and enable children to achieve highly: someone who will inspire children, parents and colleagues alike to delight in learning.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate: 

• Real energy and enthusiasm for learning;
• High expectations for all pupils;
• A commitment to work closely with colleagues to share and develop skills and expertise;
• A commitment both to the professional teaching team of the school and to the wider school community;
• A commitment to supporting and upholding our school’s Christian values.

 We can offer:

• Exceptionally caring, polite and well-behaved children with a love of learning;
• A very talented, supportive and approachable team of colleagues;
• A shared determination to inspire children to learn;
• A leadership team ready to support you fully in innovating classroom practice;
• A dedicated and approachable governing body who share the school’s vision.

We will use the person specification for the post to shortlist applications. When applying, please address each of the criteria to ensure we can invite you to interview. 

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to have an Enhanced DBS check in line with government safer recruitment guidelines.

Closing date: Midday 24th January 2018

Applications welcome by post to the school or by email to office@stjohnswey.dsat.org.uk

Interviews to be held Thursday 1st February 2018