Teaching Assistant

St Laurence School

Teaching Assistant

Salary: NJC Grade D SCP 4 - 6 FTE £21,189 – £21,968 (pro rata £15,072 - £15,657 for 31 hours pw, 39 weeks pa)

Hours: Full-time position: 31 hours per week, 39 weeks per annum (term time only)

 Contract: Fixed Term until 31st August 2023

Closing date: 9am on Wednesday 22nd February 2023 (shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks of deadline)

Start date: ASAP after appointment

Vacancy details:

We are looking to recruit a full-time (31 hours pw) TA to join our existing team of professionals.

The successful candidates will demonstrate:

• an ability to work with a range of young people with SEND, including physical impairment

• patience, sensitivity and an understanding of child development and learning

• a strong team working ethos

• good numeracy, literacy and ICT skills

• an ability to work in a SEN role to support learning in the classroom and ensure individuals make progress

• effective communication with young people and teachers

To apply please complete an application form and send it with a covering letter to Mr Tim Farrer, Headteacher.  

At St Laurence School we regard our staff as our most important resource. Our 2014 Investors in People report noted that:

There is a strong belief that St Laurence School is a ‘great place to work’. Everyone clearly has a high level of pride in working at the school and in what is being achieved. They feel this way because of the inspirational leadership, strong teamwork, supportive management, pleasant environment and of course, the students.

Since our core business is learning, we are committed to the professional development of each of our staff, whatever their role in the school. If you would like to join a committed, professional and passionate team in our journey to being a school which is outstanding in every way, please consider applying. 

 St Laurence 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 full Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.

CVs will not be accepted.  No agencies please.