What skills and experience we're looking for
About The Role:
Are you passionate about making a difference in children’s lives? Do you bring energy, empathy, and a proactive approach to every challenge? If so, Chacewater School would love to hear from you!
We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and committed team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a nurturing environment where every child is valued and supported to thrive.
What we’re looking for:
• A genuine interest inSpecial Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
• Confidence and resilience in supporting pupils withchallenging behaviour
• A positive, energetic presence that lifts the classroom and supports learning
• A team player who thrives in a collaborative, caring school community
• Ahappy, inclusive schoolwith a strong sense of community
• Supportive colleagues and leadership who value your contribution
• Opportunities forprofessional developmentand training
• A chance to make a real impact on children’s wellbeing and progress
What we offer:
What the school offers its staff
Working for TPAT and Benefits
‘The Trust that Schools want to join’ Ofsted - 2019
We are an inclusive and progressive Trust and believe that all children and young people should have the best possible life chances. If you share this belief, we would love you to work with us.
We care about our staff and value their skills, contribution and expertise. Our commitment to growing great people means that we support staff in their own professional growth and development and empower them through support and career opportunities. Whether you choose to work in one of our schools, or are based in our central team, you will thrive in a stimulating, friendly and diverse environment that nurtures talent and celebrates success.
If you choose to work for us, you will receive:
• A competitive salary
• National terms and conditions of employment and access to either Teachers Pension or Local Government Pension Schemes
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye voucher scheme
• Access to CPD and career pathways to further develop your career
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which provides employees with free confidential advice and support on a variety of personal, family or workplace issueshhtps://
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.