Job Description

This is a unique opportunity to join our happy, successful and very special school family.


We need a creative, enthusiastic and outstanding teaching assistant who shares our high standards, expectations and caring ethos. They will be working initially in the Early Years Foundation Stage.


The ideal candidate will have a good knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and a passion for developing young learners. The candidate will need to be child centred, highly motivated and well organised.


We are looking for someone who is a flexible team player and who is supportive of the school's Christian foundation and ethos.


We can offer:

High performing school judged 'outstanding' by OFSTED in 2024 A friendly, supportive and highly skilled staff team Parents and families who engage positively with school + Delightful children who are happy, courteous and love to learn Beautiful indoor and outdoor learning environments Visits to school are warmly welcomed by appointments.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.


This post is subject to a fully enhanced DBS check.


If you have lived or worked abroad for 3 months or more in the last 5 years or 12 months or more (whether continuously or in total) in the last 10 years whilst aged 18 or over, please refer to the link below for details for how to obtain your Certificates of Good Character.


https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants



We will not be accepting candidates who require a sponsorship for this position.

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