Job Description

For September 2025
Teaching Assistant/Art Technician within the Art Department
(AAAE: 5051)
Grade 4 - 24,404 - 25,183 (Pro rata 20,516 - 21,650)
Or Grade 5, with suitable qualifications
25,183 - 27,269 (Pro rata 21,171 - 23,443)
Required ASAP, 37 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, term time
Upton-by-Chester High School are looking to appoint an experienced, well qualified Teaching Assistant/Art Technician.
Working collaboratively with teaching staff and other support staff to enhance the development and education of children. You will be working with learners who access the Support Department in their Art lessons.
The people we are looking for will be positive, enthusiastic team players with excellent interpersonal, nurturing, supportive skills and the ability to motivate others.
Ideally you will have experience of working with SEN learners and either hold, or be working towards a Teaching Assistant Qualification Level 2 or 3 with a proven track record of continuous personal and professional development.
Download an application pack from our website . Electronic applications should be returned to HR Manager, Sheena Lloyd,
Closing date: Midday Thursday 14th August 2025 @ 12 noonThe post is subject to suitable references and an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service). Further information can be found at
Our school is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
As part of our Safer Recruitment process, shortlisted candidates could be subject to an online search.