Job Introduction
Denmead Infant School – where every day is a learning adventure!
We are a welcoming, inclusive village school looking to appoint an enthusiastic, flexible and highly motivated Teaching Assistant, with excellent communication skills and a positive outlook to work in Key Stage 1. The successful applicant will be able to support and engage children in their learning and adapt activities to suit their needs under the direction of the class teacher. This post is a fixed term term-time only post until July 2026.
We offer the opportunity to:
- make a positive difference to children’s lives
- support wonderful children who are eager to learn and who are full of potential
- be part of a supportive and friendly team, who value each other
- join a committed team who understand that for children to be successful, learning must be engaging
- work alongside supportive and experienced class teachers
- professionally develop through a comprehensive professional development programme
We are looking for someone who:
- has a warm and compassionate approach to supporting children
- has flexibility and a positive, can-do attitude that encourages children
- has commitment to maintaining high standards of learning and behaviour and in helping every child succeed
- is a passionate team player who thrives in a collaborative environment
- can clearly explain to children what is expected of them
- knows how to promote children’s independence
- is patient, calm and kind
- is keen to learn and develop his/her own knowledge and skills to support children’s learning
The successful candidate(s) will have English and Maths qualifications to at least GCSE Grade C or above, or equivalent.
For an application pack, please contact c.zahra@denmead-inf.hants.sch.uk or call the school office on 023 9226 2717.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
