Job Description

Overview of Job Role

Ashbridge Independent School is looking for a qualified and experienced Teaching Assistant to work on a 1:1 basis with a pupil in our school.

This is a full-time, term-time only position. Please note that the advertised salary has been calculated on a pro rata basis, and holiday pay is paid in addition to this amount.

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to become part of our dynamic and skilful teaching team. The successful candidate will support a pupil with additional needs and should therefore have experience of working with children with a range of additional needs, including those relating to learning, communication, and emotional development.

The role will involve time each day for focussed 1:1 work, small group activities, and in-class support. There will also be opportunities to contribute to the wider aspects of school life.

Ashbridge Independent School is a wonderful place to work, offering an unrivalled environment for both children and staff. The successful candidate will be joining a stable, committed, and passionate team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in a young child's life, supporting their development and helping them to thrive and make good progress across all areas of learning.

We are looking for the right person to start in this role as soon as possible.

About Ashbridge

Ashbridge Independent School and Nursery offers exceptional early years and primary education in a unique environment where children aged 0-11 can flourish and reach their full potential.

The school and nursery group has been established for over 25 years, with an 'Excellent' rated independent school and four exceptional nurseries across Lancashire, and has gained an unparalleled reputation for its expertise and experience in childcare and primary education.

In school, a broad and challenging curriculum with a focus on outdoor learning, teamed with a nurturing approach allows all children to feel confident, safe and achieve highly academically. The vision of our school is to Empower Young Minds through Respect and Nurture - could you make a difference?

The people, above all else, are central to making Ashbridge a special place for children because we all work together towards the same goals. The teaching and wider school team are highly qualified and experienced and work together to provide a friendly, family atmosphere where every child is uniquely valued.

Benefits of Working at Ashbridge

Generous childcare discount and supportive family packages

Pension scheme and bonus incentives

Opportunity for high quality CPD

Support from an experienced and established school teaching and leadership team including non-classroom based Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher.

Delicious lunch prepared by our skilled chefs each day

Joining an established independent school who are members of the Independent Association of Prep Schools (IAPS)

Recruitment Process

The position will be advertised through recruitment websites and social media.

All candidates are required to complete the company application form in full and return it to the Headteacher together with their CV, covering letter and self-disclosure form.

Candidates are welcome to visit the school and meet the Headteacher, Karen Mehta, in advance of interviews being held.

The application form and CV will be considered by the Headteacher and other members of the Senior Leadership Team and a candidate may be invited for an interview.

Interviews take place at the school following specific questions relating to experience, safeguarding and other relevant topics. Interviews are carried out by at least two members of the Senior Leadership Team.

Candidates will be given a supervised tour of the school and are given the opportunity to ask questions.

A working interview may be arranged where a candidate spends some time working with the children under supervision and observed by the class teacher and Headteacher or Deputy Headteacher.

If successful, candidates will be given a conditional offer of employment depending on satisfactory references, self-disclosure form and DBS clearance.

Additional Information

Ashbridge Independent School and Nursery actively promote policies, procedures and practices to safeguard the welfare of children. The organisation is well-established and is a strong, secure and sustainable business. Ashbridge is committed to equality and diversity in all aspects of employment and practice.

In order to safeguard children and meet regulatory requirements all offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references, proof of Right to Work in the UK and a fully enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is to be met by the applicant. A copy of our Recruitment of Ex-Offenders policy is available upon request.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 14.50 per hour

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday No weekends
Experience:

Teaching Assistant: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

Teaching Assistant Qualification (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: SCHOOLTA