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We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to join our team. The successful applicant will be able to use their initiative, have a passion for working with children and be keen to develop their skills and knowledge to ensure that all children make progress in their learning. The role will include supporting individual children in their learning, running intervention groups, preparing resources and working with small groups within the classroom.
We are looking for someone with:
1. GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) to Grade C+/4
2. The desire to make a difference and a passion for education
3. A nurturing personality and ability to build good relationships with adults and children
4. Good team working skills and the ability to be flexible
5. Strong organisational skills and the ability to use their initiative
In return we can offer you:
6. A caring, friendly and motivated work environment
7. Lunch provided by the in-house kitchen
8. Supportive parents and governors
9. Opportunities for training and career development
10. Well-behaved children with a love of learning
Hours of work are Wednesday to Friday, 8.30am - 3.30pm, 18 hours per week, term time only (38 weeks per year). This is a fixed term contract to 31 August 2026. The full time equivalent salary for this role is £24,513, which equates to £10,128 for 18 hours, term time only.
Amherst 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 post is subject to an enhanced disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring Service and a check against the ISA barred list for children.
Visits to the school are welcome.