Teaching Assistant

Pay Scale – from Grade 3 SCP 14 (£9.16 per hour) to SCP 17 (£9.67 per hour),  five mornings and two afternoons a week, term time only.

We are looking for a teaching assistant to join our friendly team from 19 November. The position may involve working with a specific child or group, as well as supporting other children in the class with their learning. Part of the hours will also be supporting the children at lunchtime. The candidate should be calm and caring and able to make a dedicated contribution to sensitively supporting the needs of all children.

You must

• have experience of working with children
• be passionate about children’s learning and every child achieving their potential
• have lots of energy, enthusiasm and patience
• be flexible and work well within a team
• have experience of working with children from a range of different backgrounds
• have a sense of humour

We can offer you:

• well-behaved, hard-working children
• a warm and friendly staff team
• a strong commitment to raising standards
• a school where staff are highly valued and a healthy work-life balance is a priority
• a commitment to delivering staff with up to date personalised training
• excellent support from a strong leadership team
• bespoke development and support opportunities

You are welcome to visit the school before applying.

Please be advised that applications will be reviewed upon receipt and interviews arranged accordingly so timely applications are recommended.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

If you are interested in applying for this position please complete the Support Staff application form. The closing date is 12 November.

Please see the job description and person specification.

Contact: Mrs Pauline Leek   pleek@keephatch.wokingham.sch.uk   0118 978 4859

Lunchtime Assistants

Pay Scale – Grade 3 SCP 14 (£9.16 per hour), 6.25 hours per week, part time and term time only.

We are looking for caring and patient candidates to join our supportive team of Lunchtime Assistants.  In this role, any successful applicants would supervise and ensure the welfare of the children during the lunchtime period.  Responsibilities also include supporting the behaviour of the children and ensuring they are engaged in suitable and enjoyable play time activities.  This role also includes the set up and tidying of the hall including putting out the tables and chairs for lunch, and overseeing the pupils whilst they eat and clear away their plates.
Experience of working in a school is desirable but not essential. On-the-job training will be provided.

Please be advised that applications will be reviewed upon receipt and interviews arranged accordingly so timely applications are recommended.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

If you are interested in applying for this position please complete the Support Staff application form.

Contact: Mrs Pauline Leek   pleek@keephatch.wokingham.sch.uk   0118 978 4859

Please see our Lunchtime assistant Job Description for further details.