Job Description

We wish to appoint a caring, dedicated and experienced

Teaching Assistant

to join the Learning Support team working in the Prep School.

The Teaching Assistant will provide pupil support under the specific supervision, instruction and guidance of the class teacher and Head of Learning Development on a full-time, term time only basis.

The successful candidate will understand holistic education and will have the ability to actively motivate and inspire children to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

A level 3 TA qualification would be desirable.

Main Responsibilities

To support the class teacher in delivering effective teaching and learning. To promote the welfare, development and progress of all pupils. To assist in maintaining a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment. To contribute to the wider life of the School and uphold its values. To work collaboratively with staff and engage in professional development.

General Duties

The following list of tasks is indicative of the generic tasks which Teaching Assistants may be routinely asked to do. This is not intended to be an exclusive or exhaustive list.

Monitoring and recording absences Photocopying Classroom displays Ordering supplies and equipment Stock taking Cataloguing, preparing, issuing and maintaining equipment and materials

Performance Review and Appraisal

Undertake minor administrative tasks such as photocopying and preparing resources. Maintain confidentiality and uphold safeguarding responsibilities at all times. Attend staff meetings, training sessions and INSET as required. To keep up-to-date with current educational thinking and practice, both by reading and by attendance at courses, workshops and meetings To participate in the school's appraisal system Uphold and model the ethos, expectations and values of Rossall Prep School.

A full job description is available on our website, www.rossall.org.uk, together with an application form.

Rossall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An enhanced DBS clearance will be undertaken by the School. The position is regulated activity and therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. An online search will be carried out on the successful candidate.

The School's Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy can be viewed here: https://rossall.org.uk/policies/

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 18,355.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Licence/Certification:

Level 3 TA qualification (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 28/07/2025