About this Role

The leaders and governors of Chaucer Infant and Nursery School are excited to share with you an exciting opportunity to join our friendly team. We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Higher Level Teaching Assistant that we hope will become a permanent member of our Chaucer family.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for an individual who demonstrates the following attributes:

• a proactive and vigilant approach to safeguarding
• are enthusiastic, innovative, keen to learn from their colleagues and willing to share their own practice
• high expectations of all children’s achievements and behaviour, whilst remaining compassionate and supportive
• interpersonal skills which allow for collaboration with the team and good relationships with children and parents

What can we provide?

We believe that Chaucer Infant and Nursery school provides a safe and positive workplace environment, where staff feel valued and trusted. As part of this culture, we can offer the following:

• friendly and enthusiastic children
• a positive, nurturing atmosphere
• opportunities for professional development within our school and across our growing trust
• happy and supportive staff and leaders
• healthcare and wellbeing support through our partners, Education Mutual
• employment perks via Embark's benefits and rewards package

What are the details of the post?

We are looking to appoint a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to work 34 hours and 10 minutes a week (8:10 – 4:00, with an hour dinner) from Monday to Friday, for 39 weeks a year, in line with term time. The post will initially be until the end of the next academic year (to July 2027), with a view to having the candidate join us as a permanent member of the team.

When does it start?

We are looking to appoint for a 13th April 2026 start to allow candidates time to notify their current employer and work their notice if they are already in employment. However, if the successful candidate is available, we may be able to offer an earlier start date.

Who should apply?

Our priority is finding the right candidate for the post so individuals of all experience are warmly encouraged to apply. If you have the qualities we are looking for and are attracted by what we have to offer, we look forward to hearing from you.

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged and warmly welcomed by prior appointment.