Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School is seeking an experienced Supply Teaching Assistant to join our team as part of our supply bank. The successful candidates will work alongside and support the class teacher, ensuring that all children receive high-quality teaching and care.

Contract: Permanent - Paid As Advised (Casual/zero hour)

About the Role

The role requires supporting children’s academic, personal, social, and emotional development, encouraging independence, engagement, and co-operative learning. The TA works under the guidance of the class teacher and contributes to creating a positive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.

As  Supply Teaching Assistant, you will:

•         Support the implementation of the school’s vision, values, and curriculum objectives.

•       Assist the class teacher in planning, preparing, and delivering learning activities across EYFS and KS1.

•       Deliver targeted intervention activities for children requiring additional support, under the guidance of the class teacher.

•        Promote positive values, attitudes, and behaviour, addressing incidents in line with school policies.

•        Provide feedback to the teacher on children’s achievements, challenges, and progress.

Why Join Us?

Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School is part of The Harpur Trust, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We offer a supportive working environment and opportunities for professional development.

•        Career Development – Ongoing training, mentorship, and opportunities to develop and progress in your career.
•        Lunch Included – Enjoy complimentary, nutritious meals and refreshments every day.
•         Free On-Site Parking – Stress-free parking whenever you arrive at work.
•        Health Care Cash Plan – Comprehensive coverage to ensure your wellbeing.
•        Employee Assistance Scheme – Free, confidential support for personal and professional challenges.
•        Access to School Facilities – Including our swimming pool and more
•       Diverse, Inclusive Team – A welcoming, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and supported.

If you would like to be part of our success story, further details, including a link to our online recruitment portal, can be found on our website at https://www.pilgrims-school.info/school-life/careers/.  

Pilgrims reserves the right to close the vacancy early is a sufficient number of applications are received so early application is advised.

Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The School may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.  The School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions on a self-declaration form in advance of attending an interview (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.