About the role
Teaching Assistant – Part Time, Early Years Focus
Salary range: H3 £25,583 to H4 £27,254 (FTE)
Salary range pro rata: H3 £17,588 to H4 £18,737
8.40am - 3.15pm (term time only)
Start date: As soon as possible
Would you like to work in a role that is rewarding, meaningful and genuinely makes a difference every single day?
At The Russell School, we believe that every child should be supported to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. We are a warm, inclusive and values-driven school, and we are delighted to be seeking a part-time Teaching Assistant to join our team. Experience of working within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) would be particularly welcomed.
Working under the direction of the class teacher, you will play an important role in supporting children’s learning, development and wellbeing, helping them to grow in confidence, develop resilience and achieve their very best.
What We Offer
At The Russell School, you will be welcomed into a friendly, supportive and experienced team where collaboration, kindness and professional development are genuinely valued. Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant or taking your first steps into the role, we will invest in your development and support you to succeed.
A structured Teaching Assistant training programme, shaped around the needs and interests of our team.
Opportunities to work towards professional qualifications.
A comprehensive induction programme.
A dedicated mentor for your first six months.
The opportunity to work in a school with positive relationships, high expectations and a strong sense of community.
Beautiful school grounds and a well-resourced learning environment.
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone who is:
Enthusiastic, positive and committed to helping every child thrive.
Able to build warm, positive relationships with children.
Able to motivate, encourage and inspire pupils.
Confident in supporting literacy and numeracy.
Flexible and willing to support learning and wellbeing across the school.
Keen to learn, develop and contribute to the wider life of the school.
A team player who values, supports and learns from colleagues.
Every day as a Teaching Assistant brings something different, along with countless opportunities to make a positive difference to children’s lives.
If you would like to join a school where children are at the heart of everything we do and where you will be welcomed, supported and valued as part of our team, we would be delighted to hear from you.
If you would like to find out more about the role before applying, or would like to arrange a visit to the school, please contact us on 01923 284272.
Please note that we reserve the right to close the advert and interview earlier than the advertised date if we find a suitable candidate.
We are committed to the safeguarding of children. This post is classed as having a high degree of contact with children or vulnerable adults and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. An enhanced disclosure will be sought through the DBS as part of Hertfordshire County Council’s pre-employment checks. Please note that our safeguarding requirements and practices mean we are only able to consider complete applications submitted using the application form. We are unable to accept CV applications.
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