Spark Young Minds! Join Our Vibrant Team (Teaching Assistant) Do you have a passion for helping children from all backgrounds to reach their full potential? Due to an increasing need, we are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team, on a fixed term basis. In this rewarding role, you'll play a vital part in creating a stimulating and supportive environment where our learners can develop the joy of learning. This role will support a child or children with SEND in the first instance. Why You'll Love Working Here: Make a Difference: You'll directly impact the lives of our children, fostering their curiosity and love of learning. Supportive Team: Become part of a friendly, collaborative team who share your passion for education. Nurturing Environment: Our diverse and inclusive upper site provides a safe space where every child feels valued and supported. Growth & Development: Opportunities for training and professional development are available. What You'll Bring: A genuine love for working with children (experience a plus!) Creativity and a knack for making learning fun! Strong communication and interpersonal skills Patience and a positive attitude A commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare About the Role: Term-time only contract Fixed term contract, initially to July 2027 30 hours per week Hours: Either 8.45am - 3.15pm or 8.30am - 3pm (with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break) The role will include: some one-to-one and small group intervention work, some classroom support and some break and lunch time cover. We reserve the right to interview sooner than the advertised date, for the right candidate. We celebrate diversity and want all members of our school community to feel included, supported, seen, and heard. We understand and acknowledge that discrimination and inequality are prevalent in society, and we work proactively to ensure that any discrimination or inequality is challenged within the school community. We expect all employees to share our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and we will explore this with candidates during the interview process. The Claxton Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all posts are subject to a satisfactory DBS check, medical clearance, and satisfactory references. Online searches will be undertaken prior to interview. We shortlist based on the person specification, so please ensure your personal statement demonstrates your skills and experience relevant to the person specification