Location: Long Crendon
Overview
Long Crendon is a friendly, happy, vibrant school which seeks to inspire all children.
We enjoy learning outside the classroom in our extensive grounds with facilities which include Forest School, a swimming pool and sports pitches.
We are looking for a primary phase Teaching Assistant to join our friendly team.
The applicant should be willing to work across Key Stages, deliver interventions and work with children with SEND.
Job Salary BP Point 6/15 - £23,996-£27,770 pro rata depending on experience (£12.44-£14.39 per hour)
Contract Type Fixed term until the end of the Summer Term 2026 in the first instance
Hours Full-time (part time will be considered) 6.25 hours per day – Term time only
Closing Date for Applications Noon on 23rd January 2026
About us
We are The Place to Grow for our entire school community.
This is our entire reason for being: what we do and how we do it is driven by our commitment to the view that our school is the place to grow. Long Crendon School is a place where children can grow personally, academically, emotionally and in so many other ways.
Our curriculum enables children to develop skills and nurture a real love of learning.
For staff, we support professional development to ensure that you too can grow at our school.
About you
An ability to build good working relationships with both pupils and parents
Good organisational skills
Maths & English GCSE (or equivalent) Grade A-C (desirable)
Willingness to work with pupils who demonstrate challenging behaviour on occasions
Able to use computer/iPad to support with admin tasks, undertake online training and enhance learning
An understanding/interest in/experience of SEND (desirable)
Patience and a sense of humour
Willing to live by and model our Values
Flexibility and creativity
Is willing to take part in the wider life of the school
Proactive at problem solving
Work well in a team, with strong collaborative and communication skills
Please refer to the Applicant Pack for full Job Description and Personal Specification.