Part-Time Teaching Assistant Fixed Term until 23.07.25 

Overview

St. George’s Church of England Primary School is looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to become part of a flourishing school that achieved Outstanding by OFSTED in November 2022. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced teaching assistant or someone who is passionate about improving the life experiences of our pupils. The successful candidate will work with an experienced and supportive team who are committed to improving the life experiences of our pupils.

Personal attributes

Our ideal candidate will:

• Have experience working with children.
• Knowledge and understanding of how to support children and aid their development.
• An ability to deploy strategies to allow learners to engage with the curriculum creatively.
• Very good numeracy/literacy skills.
• NVQ3 Teaching Assistant Course (desirable) or equivalent qualification or experience.
• Want to work as part of a hardworking, dedicated and cohesive team.
• Have a friendly, helpful, caring and flexible approach.

In return, we offer:

• A happy community committed to providing the best education for our pupils built upon a strong sense of belonging and mutual respect, giving our children the freedom to flourish and succeed.
• A flourishing school which has been rated as an Outstanding provider (2022 OFSTED report).
• A distinctive local context ensuring we place inclusivity at the heart of all we do.
• A skilled and experienced team of professionals.
• A school in which the pupils flourish in an open, supportive environment and achieve high standards as a result.
• Being part of a Multi Academy Trust that is committed to continual high quality professional development and equality for all staff.

Salary & Benefits

Grade: Aquinas 4.1 (Full time salary £25,613.00 p.a)
Actual Pro Rata Salary: £9,333.47 p.a
Hours: Mon-Fri, 15 hours per week, 9:00am-12:00pm
Weeks: 39 weeks per year (up to 23/07/25 but includes inset days)
Contract: Fixed Term until 23.07.25

Location

St George's Church of England Primary School
Tylney Road
Bromley
Kent
BR1 2RL

Supporting documents

• Please click here for the Job Description
• Please click here for an Application Form

How to apply

Please send your application, outlining your suitability for the role against the enclosed person specification and job description, by email to Aquinas.recruitment@aquinastrust.org.

Alternatively, submit your application to the HR Officer, Aquinas, Magpie Hall Lane, Bromley, BR2 8HZ.

 Shortlisted candidates will be asked to bring appropriate identification with them to interview. For the purpose of DBS clearance, only copies of the successful applicant’s identification will be retained. All candidates should provide two references. Permission should be sought prior to including any referee on your application form. Shortlisted candidates may have their references taken-up before any interview – unless explicitly requested in your application.

We reserve the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.