Dear Candidate,

Thank you for expressing an interest in the position of Teaching Assistant within our school. 

The successful candidate will join a team of committed individuals based in our school.  They will support and deliver learning activities for individuals and small groups to enhance student learning. They will prepare and maintain learning resources and appropriate equipment, including those required for pupils with additional physical needs and work collaboratively with all members of the team, to support the welfare and personal development of pupils.

This is an exciting position for a suitably qualified candidate and you will be part of a dedicated and friendly team committed to supporting the children in our care.  The specific hours and a summary of the main responsibilities of this role are detailed in the vacancy information and job description attached.

Hague Bar Primary School is a small school with a huge heart. We have a team of experienced and highly skilled staff who are committed to providing the best possible opportunities for the children in our school. Our inclusive ethos and small class sizes ensures that we are able to support and challenge our children to achieve their full potential. We are very proud of the wide ranging curriculum which includes opportunities for forest school, outdoor learning, PE and music, alongside a variety of trips, visits and visitors to enhance learning.

As headteacher I believe it is my role to ensure that Hague Bar is a place for making memories and learning new skills that will last a lifetime.

Hague Bar Primary School is just inside the Derbyshire border. It lies between the towns of New Mills in Derbyshire, Disley in Cheshire and Strines in Stockport which gives us a wide catchment area. The school is situated on the edge of the countryside and enjoys stunning views of fields and distant hills.

I would encourage you to browse the school website www.haguebarprimary.org.uk and Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/HagueBarPrimary/ to get a fuller understanding of life at our wonderful, small school. I very much hope that you want to join our team and I look forward to receiving an application from you in due course.

Your application should be made via My New Term.  The supporting statement should set out what skills, experience, knowledge and personal qualities you believe you would bring to the post.

We very much look forward to receiving your application to join our team.

For more information please see attached Job Pack. 

Karen McCurdy, Headteacher