We are looking to recruit a part-time Teaching Assistant to join our existing team of professionals.
Part-time: up to 22.5 hours per week - flexible hours (hours and days to be agreed at interview)
Core hours are 8.30am - 3.00pm per day, however flexibility exists for part-time candidates
Fixed Term Contract ending 31st August 2026
Term Time only, 39 weeks per year
NJC Grade D SCP 4-6 FTE £24,404 - £25,183 per annum
£12,693 - £13,100 Pro-rata for 22.5 hours per week (£12.65 - £13.05 per hour depending on experience)
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
· an ability to work with a range of young people with SEND, including physical impairment
· patience, sensitivity and an understanding of child development and learning
· a strong team working ethos
· good numeracy, literacy and ICT skills
· an ability to work in a SEN role to support learning in the classroom and ensure individuals make progress
· effective communication with young people and teachers
At St Laurence School we regard our staff as our most important resource. Our Investors in People report noted that:
There is a strong belief that St Laurence School is a ‘great place to work’. Everyone clearly has a high level of pride in working at the school and in what is being achieved. They feel this way because of the inspirational leadership, strong teamwork, supportive management, pleasant environment and of course, the students.
Since our core business is learning, we are committed to the professional development of each of our staff, whatever their role in the school. If you would like to join a committed, professional and passionate team in our journey to being a school which is outstanding in every way, please consider applying.
Selected candidates will be invited to an interview during w/c 12th May 2025
St Laurence School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.