The Governors are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to join this friendly and happy one-form entry school. This is initially on a fixed-term contract until 31st August 2026, with the option to extend this, depending on budgetary constraints.
Please note that you do not need to be a Catholic to work at Good Shepherd. We welcome all staff, regardless of their faith on the understanding that they support our Christian ethos.
We are looking for a candidate who can:
Make a positive contribution to the Catholic ethos of the school
Support the school’s values and vision
Demonstrate the importance of speaking and listening as a way to move learning on and of developing children’s vocabulary
Create a safe environment in the classroom and playground
Develop effective professional relationships with all colleagues
Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a positive learning environment
Show initiative to adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of pupils
Demonstrate they are a hard-working and committed individual who is willing to undertake additional reading and research to support themselves professionally
Be nurturing and patient to enable children to thrive
In addition, the candidate must have Maths and English GCSEs (grade C/5 or above), good spoken English and be computer literate.
Good Shepherd can offer you:
A calm and supportive working environment in line with our Christian values
Positive and happy children who enjoy learning
Excellent opportunities for CPD and to develop your career
Welcoming, friendly and supportive colleagues
Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children is paramount and all staff are expected to share this commitment. Any offer of employment is subject to two satisfactory professional references, medical clearance, an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check (DBS), online checks and evidence of eligibility to work in the UK. All of the above checks must have been completed before the start of employment.
We welcome visits to our school. Please telephone to arrange a convenient time.
Applicants must complete a CES application form available from the school website. Please note that this should be completed electronically rather than handwritten and artificial intelligence (AI) supporting statements will not be accepted. Completed forms should be returned to the School Business Manager by email: sbm@goodshepherd.croydon.sch.uk .
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