Teaching Assistant at Trent Young's CE Primary School

Following  members of  our Teaching Assistant staff retiring or leaving to  start  teacher training , Trent Young’s School are looking to appoint three inspirational and enthusiastic teaching assistants with additional responsibilities to join our friendly and talented team to work across the school. Our school is achieving some amazing things and we are looking for people who can motivate and support children to achieve highly, and who will want to become an important part of our close-knit team. 

The roles available are

 1. Teaching assistant, lunchtime supervisor + wraparound care assistant   

     12:00 – 17:30 Monday - Friday

2. Teaching assistant 

     08:30 – 12:00 Monday - Friday

3. Teaching assistant and wraparound care supervisor                               

     13:00 – 17:30 Monday – Friday

Roles 2 and 3 could be combined to create one full-time post.

The successful candidates 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 developing your classroom practice;
• A dedicated and approachable governing body who share the school’s vision.

Please refer to the relevant job descriptions for the role you are applying for. 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.  Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. When you have enough information to make your decision to apply, please complete all sections of the application form, stating clearly which role / roles you are applying for. CVs will not be accepted.

We want our staff to thrive so we offer an extensive range of wellness services and professional learning opportunities to support growth and development. Please visit our website for further details: Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust - Wellness 

We value the diversity of our workforce and welcome applications from all.  If you are interested in this position and would like to have a more detailed conversation before making the decision to apply for the post, please give us a call and we will be happy to help you with as much detail as possible to support this process.

All applicants will be notified of the shortlisting decisions by email. References for shortlisted candidates will be requested before interviews. 

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.

All applicants will be subject to a number of checks including the Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.