Teaching Assistant Senior School

Birkenhead High School Academy - GDST; Prenton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Birkenhead High School Academy is seeking an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join the Senior School on a fixed-term contract until 31 August 2027. The post is 36 hours per week, term-time (176 days) plus 5 inset days, based in the academy.

The successful candidate will be a highly motivated practitioner who values teamwork and helps deliver high standards of achievement in a welcoming, supportive Girls’ Day School Trust environment.

Qualifications

• Exceptional opportunity for an excellent Teaching Assistant to join a beacon of excellence in girls’ education.
• Enthusiastic and highly motivated individual eager to contribute to the aspirational vision for the academy.
• Dynamic and innovative practitioner who is passionate about their subject and the impact on a young person’s development.
• Values working as part of a team to maintain high standards of achievement.

Job description

Teaching Assistant Senior School

Birkenhead High School Academy

Start date: As soon as possible

Contract type: Fixed Term to 31st August 2027

Hours: 36 hours/5 days per week/term time (176 days) plus 5 inset days

Salary: £26,846 pa – Actual - £21,890

This is an exceptional opportunity for an excellent Teaching Assistant to join a beacon of excellence in girls’ education and make a positive contribution to the aspirational vision of a thriving academy.

The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual eager to make a positive contribution to the aspirational vision for this thriving academy.

They will be a dynamic and innovative practitioner who is passionate about their subject and the impact it can have on a young person’s development and all-round education.

They will also be someone who values working as part of a team ensuring the highest possible standards of achievement and attainment.

BHSA is an all through 3-19 years girls’ academy sponsored by the Girls’ Day School Trust, and is, and will continue to be, a highly successful centre of education where every student matters, where expectations of all members of our community are high and where personal achievement and fulfilment are valued and sought after.

BHSA promises the highest level of academic provision alongside an extensive programme of enrichment activities, and all within a friendly and supportive family environment.

BHSA places a high value on CPD and supports all staff in accessing top quality training.

Should you require any further information please contact the BHSA School Office.

Closing date for applications: Friday 2nd October

Interviews will be held on: Wednesday 7th October

References for shortlisted candidates will be requested prior to interview.

If you have not heard from us by Monday 5th October you should assume you have not been shortlisted for interview on this occasion.

We are committed to the safeguarding of children and child protection; Enhanced DBS screening and online searches apply to this post.