Teaching Assistant

Great Bookham School; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Bookham School is seeking a Teaching Assistant who is passionate about making a difference in students' lives. The successful candidate will support teaching and learning while engaging with school life in a dynamic environment. Join a supportive staff and a diverse community in a beautiful village setting.

Benefits

Supportive staff and friendly community

Beautiful setting in a small village

Qualifications

• Experience delivering pastoral and/or targeted curriculum interventions is desirable.
• Desire school experience prior to pursuing a career in teaching.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning in the classroom alongside the teacher.
• Engage in all aspects of school life, including lunchtime support.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Passion for teaching

Team spirit

Education

Experience in pastoral support

Job description

Are you looking to work in an exciting, forward-thinking, and dynamic school where children are at the heart of everything we do? Then we may have just the job for you!

We would like to appoint a Teaching Assistant to work within our Trust at Great Bookham School. The role involves supporting teaching and learning in the classroom alongside the teacher in various capacities. The position requires good interpersonal skills and a strong desire to develop and support children in all areas of school life.

The successful candidate will:

• Have a passion for making a difference in the life chances of individuals.
• Have high expectations for all and a great team spirit.
• Be willing to engage in all aspects of school life, including lunchtime support.
• Have experience delivering pastoral and/or targeted curriculum interventions.
• Desire school experience prior to pursuing a career in teaching or working with children.

We can offer:

• Very supportive staff and a friendly, diverse community.
• A beautiful setting in a small village.

Great Bookham School is part of the South Farnham Educational Trust, a multi-academy trust comprising ten schools, including an associate member, St Mary's C of E (Aided) Infant School. Our thriving School Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) program has over 100 trainees. From September 2022, South Farnham School was awarded Teaching School Hub status, a significant accolade for both the school and the Trust.

The role is for 32.5 hours a week, term time only.

Early applications are encouraged as we may interview strong candidates upon receipt of their application forms.

Prospective candidates are welcome to visit the school; arrangements can be made by contacting the school office.

Great Bookham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.