Teaching Assistant
Walton Oak Primary School is looking to recruit a Teaching Assistant to start as soon as possible. The successful candidate will have a passion for creating lifelong learners, committed to inclusion and equality and has a high expectation of themselves and every child.
We are looking for enthusiastic and creative individuals who can bring high quality support to children in the school. They will join a hardworking and dedicated team of teachers and support staff, who are committed to improving outcomes for children in their care.We are looking to appoint somebody who can be flexible and support learning in a creative way.
Working Hours – 32.5 hours per week, term time only (39 weeks per year), Monday to Friday 8.30am to 3.30pm. This role is a permanent position.
We are: A Good school with Outstanding leadership
A cohesive school, where staff and governors are supportiveAn innovative school with excellent facilities
What we offer: A team of staff committed to supporting you
Opportunities to attend training with other Teaching Assistants in local schoolsOpportunities to study for the Higher-Level Teaching Assistant Qualification
Support for those that wish to further their career in teaching
Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (defined benefit scheme)
Our ideal candidate will: Good written and verbal communication skills
High level of personal and emotional resilienceLots of patience
Capacity to be flexible
Ability and confidence to use initiative whilst respecting advice from professionals
Walton Oak is part of the Lumen Learning Trust. For more information about the school or the Lumen Learning Trust itself, please look at our website.The deadline for applications is Wednesday 29th January 2025. However, please feel free to apply as soon as possible as applications will be considered upon receipt. We reserve the right to interview/appoint before the closing date.
Salary: FTE £ 23,576 / Actual £ 18,310Closing date: 9am Wednesday 29th January 2025
Interviews: Wednesday 5th February 2025
Start date: As soon as possible
To apply please complete the application form; previous applicants need not apply. We do not accept CVs.