TEACHING ASSISTANT

NJC Level 3A (points 5-7), from £17,973 to £18,580 per annum for 32.5 hours per week term-time, plus 32.5 hours to be worked outside term-time (based on full-time salary of £23,500 to £24,294).

An exciting opportunity to be part of a strong team in a growing and thriving Academy with a clear vision and ambition for our students.   The successful candidate will offer a wide range of skills supporting vulnerable students within the classroom and beyond.  You will be committed, resourceful and flexible in the role, and be able to work as part of a team while using your own initiative.  

Previous experience is not essential and training will be provided.  This exciting role offers excellent prospects for progression into teaching and caring professions, and would particularly suit graduates, returners to work and those looking for new opportunities. 

“Students at Vandyke are proud and articulate ambassadors for their school. They enjoy learning and achieve well. They thrive as a result of the school’s ambition for all students to become ‘world ready citizens’”

“Students are confident, courteous and aspirational. They behave well and move around the school calmly. They respect themselves and others”.

OFSTED January 2024.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.  References and an online search will be carried out for all shortlisted candidates.  An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

Please visit our website at www.vandyke.beds.sch.uk for further information and an application form, or contact Mrs Jo Sessions, PA to Headteacher on 01525 636700 or via email recruitment@vandyke.cbeds.co.uk.

Closing date:   12 noon, Friday 5th July 2024