Teaching Assistant - Cranborne Middle School

 Teaching Assistant Vacancy

Permanent Position – Term Time only

38.4 weeks per year

31.67 hours per week

£13.26 per hour

 Do you…want to work in school? (Term time only)

            …enjoy working with young people?

            …want to be part of a successful team?

We are looking for a teaching assistant who has an enthusiastic and positive approach to supporting pupils to enable them to reach their full learning potential at school.  The role will involve supporting children with special educational needs as whole class support and, at times, on a 1:1 basis.  Previous experience is desirable although training and support will be given.

Our staff are passionate about teaching and supporting learning at Cranborne Middle School and we work well as a team to plan lessons that engage and challenge our hardworking and well-behaved pupils.  We are a happy and successful 9-13 middle school and enjoy an excellent reputation in the local community.

The position is for 31.67 hours per week commencing 1^st September 2026.

The successful candidate will:

•              hold a GCSE or equivalent qualification in English/Literacy and Mathematics/Numeracy

•              have experience of working/volunteering with young people

•              have good oral communication skills

•              have good organisational skills, including record keeping

•              be patient, disciplined and flexible

•              be able to work as part of a highly successful team

•              have ability to take instruction and use initiative

•              demonstrate high standards of professionalism

•              be fully committed to his or her own professional development

•              demonstrate commitment, drive and enthusiasm

•              be committed to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare

Visits to the school are encouraged or you can contact the school if you wish to discuss the role further.

Please contact the Headteacher’s PA, Mrs Jane McHugh on 01725 517348 option 3 or 4 to arrange a tour.

Interviews will take place week commencing 4^th May 2026.

Cranborne Middle School values the diversity of the workforce and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.  The school is committed to equal opportunities.

Cranborne Middle 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 a Disclosure and Barring Service check in line with the Government's safer recruitment guidelines.

Cranborne Middle School values the diversity of our workforce and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.

Cranborne Middle School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; this is a commitment which we expect all staff and volunteers to share. The successful candidate will be required to have a Disclosure and Barring Service check in line with the Governments safer recruitment guidelines.