Hillside First School is looking for a Teaching Assistant G5 to join our fantastic {Team:} team. Could this be you?
Actual Salary: £17,289.70 - £17,563.80 per annum (Grade 5)
Working hours per week: 30 hours
Working weeks: part-time, term-time only, 39 weeks
Contract: 12 month fixed term contract
Approximate start date 15/09/2025.
Shape Young Futures: Dynamic Teaching Assistant Role at Hillside School!
Ready for a truly rewarding role where your energy and dedication directly contribute to student success? Hillside School is looking for an exceptional Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant team!
As a key support to our teachers and Headteacher, you'll be on the front lines, implementing engaging learning programmes and ensuring a stable, safe, and positive environment for our pupils. Your days will be dynamic, from supervising activities during teaching periods to ensuring safety and engagement during indoor and outdoor midday breaks.
Where You'll Shine: A crucial element of this role is providing specialised support. You'll have the opportunity to work 1:1 and in small groups with pupils facing learning difficulties, disabilities, or behavioural challenges, adapting your approach to unlock their unique potential and foster their personal growth.
If you are a proactive, caring, and resilient individual committed to helping every child achieve their best, apply today!
Please see full job description and person specification attached.
Advert closes: 17th August 2025
Interview date: 21st August 2025
Should you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact
Please Note: the actual salary shown is based on the number of hours and weeks worked and paid annual leave entitlement for an employee with under 5 years' service.
About our School
Nestled in Verwood, Dorset, Hillside First School invites candidates to join our successful team. With 211 pupils, our well-equipped school offers an enriching learning environment, including a spacious outdoor area.
At Hillside, we pride ourselves on a close-knit staff and strong community support. Our children are eager learners, displaying excellent behaviour and enthusiasm to learn. Embracing the values of respect, ambition, and perseverance, we adhere to the ethos of placing children at the heart of everything we do.
Join Hillside for a community fostering collaboration, innovation, and dedication to nurturing successful outcomes for our children. If you are passionate about education, we encourage you to apply for our teaching position. Join a school where every day is an opportunity to inspire and empower the next generation.