We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant (KS2) with the requirement to cover lunchtime supervision duties. This role is to cover for a Teaching Assistant who has moved to a 1:1 role and is tied to the funding received for that child.

Working  32.5 hours per week 8.30am - 3.30pm with a 1/2 hour lunch break

Fixed term contract tied to the funding received for the children, Term time only plus 5 school training days per year. (39 weeks per year)

Grade 5  SCP 5 - 6- £25,583 - £25,989 FTE

Actual £19,329 - £19,635 pa

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, calm, well organised teaching assistant to be part of our committed and hardworking team. The role will be based in KS2 and is cover for a member of staff temporarily covering a 1:1 role. Ideally you will need to have recent experience of working with children in a primary school environment.  You will be knowledgeable and confident at supporting children's learning so that a team approach ensures good and better progress for our learners.  

We are a friendly, professional team who value the importance of getting on well together so that our school community lives and learns well in a positive, mutually respectful way.

In order for our children to do the best they can we work together to create a caring, nurturing environment where it is safe for children to make marvellous mistakes and encourage an understanding that there is learning in every situation.  Our children are well behaved and love learning.

Our school vision and values underpin everything that we do and we love to celebrate seeing our school values in action.

If you are looking to gain experience to begin a career in teaching this role would provide excellent experience.  We believe that all staff should receive continued professional learning (CPL) opportunities and all Teaching Assistants at St John’s are offered CPL to develop knowledge and skills.

If you are interested in this position and would like to have a more detailed conversation before making the decision to apply for the post, please give us a call and we will be happy to help you with as much detail as possible to support this process.  

We want our staff to thrive so we offer an extensive range of wellness services and professional learning opportunities to support growth and development. Please visit our website for further details: Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust - Wellness 

We value the diversity of our workforce and welcome applications from all.  If you are interested in this position and would like to have a more detailed conversation before making the decision to apply for the post, please give us a call and we will be happy to help you with as much detail as possible to support this process.

When you have enough information to make your decision to apply, please complete all sections of the application form. CVs will not be accepted.

All applicants will be notified of the shortlisting decisions by email. References for shortlisted candidates will be requested before interviews. 

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All applicants will be subject to a number of checks including the Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.