Job Description

Employer
Avanti Meadows
Location
Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Salary
See Advert Details
Posted
30th September 2025
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
Expires
6th October 2025 11:59 PM
Contract Type
Permanent
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
Job ID
1511451
Job Reference
379
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
Contract Type :Permanent Job ID: 1511451

Salary

: Grade 3, 25,117 - 26,216 per annum, pro rata. Approximately 17,408 - 18,170 per annum (0.69309 FTE)

About us and the role

Step into a role where every day brings the chance to inspire, support and make a real difference. As a Teaching Assistant, you'll work closely with teachers to create a positive and engaging learning environment, supporting pupils one-to-one, in small groups and across the whole class.



From helping children grow in confidence and independence to assisting with lessons, safeguarding their wellbeing and even leading the class during short-term teacher absences, this is a hands-on role at the heart of school life.



If you're passionate about helping every child reach their potential, this is your opportunity to do just that.


School visits are welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school to arrange a suitable time.


Avanti Meadows is a brand-new primary school in Bishop's Stortford. Surrounded by fields and new housing estates, the school is a centre for the new community developing in the north of Bishop's Stortford. The school is rated "good" with "outstanding" in personal development.



Avanti Meadows is a non-faith, community school that embraces inclusion and diversity. "From the very start, pupils develop the deep consideration for others, self-reflection and kind relationships that are at the heart of this school." Avanti Meadows Ofsted Inspection Report, March 2024



Our school is a vibrant, exciting place to be that is open to big ideas and creativity, all with a genuine focus on pupil and staff wellbeing.



"Through our yoga sessions, children are learning to self-regulate, they are learning that they have the ability to control themselves, to try and calm themselves down and to be in the moment" - Sara Thompson, Yoga Teacher



Our staff are inspired and passionate about their roles, the vision of the school, and providing the most fulfilling learning experience for pupils. Learning is a quest to discover each student's unique gifts and potential, and to lay the foundation for their lifelong journey of learning.

What will you do?

Act as a role model for pupils, support their learning effectively Meet personal needs while promoting independence Commit to supporting pupils with special educational needs and contribute to Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) Encourage pupil interaction and cooperation, ensuring engagement in activities Support emotional and social needs and accompany pupils on trips

Why should you apply

Avanti exists to help each person become a well-rounded human being through intellectual, moral and spiritual growth, and so make the world a better place.



You will be working in a fantastic environment, with:


Great opportunities for professional development LGPS pension scheme (subject to eligibility) O2 discounts, Specsavers corporate eye test vouchers Eligible for NUS Card and CSSC membership Well-being programs (retreats, yoga, wellness apps) Cycle-to-work Scheme

What are we looking for?

Experience of working with relevant age group within a learning environment An understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities Ability to understand the role of parents and carers, with the ability to relate and build excellent working relationships Ability to observe, monitor and provide constructive feedback on pupils progress Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people within the school
Please view the full for more information on the responsibilities and essential criteria required for this role.

Further information

Pre-employment checks



Avanti Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates are required to have an Enhanced DBS check unless internally appointed and still within the cycle of DBS re-checks.



Any appointment subsequently made will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks.



Diversity and Inclusion



We want to make sure we are attracting the widest possible range of people and ensure that they are accepted, understood and treated equally when they work here. This means we will work hard to understand that each employee is unique and ensuring that individuals or groups are not treated differently or less favourably on the basis of specific characteristics.


Such characteristics include (but are not limited to) age, disability, gender including transgender, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, and how the school supports pregnant women and new parents.