Teaching Assistant

St Lukes; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A nurturing educational institution in Maidenhead seeks a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their committed team. This role involves supporting children's learning in a vibrant community, promoting both academic success and pastoral wellbeing. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, flexible, and able to work independently or as part of a team, upholding the school's values. The position is for 31.25 hours per week, term-time only, ensuring a balanced work environment aimed at enriching children's experiences and development.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic with a positive attitude towards children's learning.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Supportive of the values of a church school.

Responsibilities

• Support the learning and development of children.
• Create a nurturing environment reflecting the school's ethos.
• Promote academic success and pastoral wellbeing.

Skills

Flexibility

Positive outlook

Teamwork

Job description

St Luke's is a happy, child-centred school looking for a dedicated and passionate Teaching Assistant to join our committed, nurturing team. At St. Luke's, we embrace the ethos of 'Life in All Its Fullness', fostering a calm, purposeful, and nurturing environment where every child, regardless of background or needs can thrive.

Our dedicated team is passionate about developing the whole child, guided by our core values Cherish, Challenge, Aspire and Acheive, ensuring both academic success and pastoral wellbeing.

The position is for 31.25 hours per week, term-time only.

Our successful candidate will be enthusiastic, with a positive attitude and strive for high aspirations for children's learning and behaviour, consistently placing children at the heart of everything they do. Endless patience and a ready smile are an advantage! You should be someone with flexibility, a positive outlook, and an ability to work independently and as part of a team. You will also be supportive of the values of our church school and committed to our vision and ethos, ensuring everyone can become the best they can be.

Join Our Community

If you believe this is the right environment for you to thrive, grow, and contribute, we would love to hear from you. Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. Come and experience our outstanding learning environment and vibrant community firsthand.

St Luke's Church of England School, as a member of the Oxford Diocesan Schools Trust, is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check. Online checks may also be carried out to comply with KCSIE.