About the role

We are looking to appoint a warm and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to work in our friendly school, supporting the learning and development of our wonderful children. The hours for this position are part-time (8.30am-1.15pm), term time only, you may be asked to work on some INSET days. This post is a fixed term contract until July 2027, with the possibility of it becoming permanent.  

We are looking for someone with a solid grasp of English and maths (grades C or 4 at GCSE) and who is able to confidently use a computer for word processing and emailing.  We are looking for someone who enjoys working with children and has the personality to build supportive, professional relationships with all our pupils, parents and staff.

The successful candidate will mainly work with Year 1 children, although you may be asked to cover in different classes on occasions. Experience of children with SEN would be beneficial. You would be joining a dedicated team of staff who ensure the children in our care have a really positive school experience every day.  Visits to see our school in action are warmly welcomed and encouraged; please telephone the school office to make an appointment or to find out more.

If you think you have what we are looking for, we very much look forward to hearing from you.

To apply for this post please complete the Hertfordshire support staff application form attached.  Applications can be made in hard copy to the school by post/hand, online through www.teachinherts.com or via email to [email protected], marked ‘Confidential Application’. Please also complete the attached criminal record declaration and submit along with your application

We reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date should the right candidate apply. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.

We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people in our care. You will be asked about safeguarding at an interview. The appointment is subject to enhanced DBS and barred list checks, references and basic internet searches. 


This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and shortlisted candidates will be asked to share any relevant criminal history prior to interview.

Contact details

Mrs Jane Sherwood , Headteacher
Poplar Drive Royston
Hertfordshire SG8 7EZ

Telephone: 01763 243392
Fax: 01763 244764
Email: [email protected]
Website: icknieldwalk.herts.sch.uk
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