School job vacancies - Teaching Assistant, Chalton Lower School

School recruiting

Chalton Lower School

Location

Chalton

Salary range

NJC Level 2a Point 3-4: £24,027 - £24404 (FTE)

Hours

8.40am – 3.20pm. 5 days a week. Term time only, plus training days

Contract type

Fixed term for 1 year with possibility to extend further

Closing date

3pm 26 June 2025

Interview date

To be confirmed with applicant from either: Wednesday 2 July AM, Friday 4 July AM, or Tuesday 8 July PM

About this job

From September 2025 we are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, dynamic and talented teaching assistant to work in and out of class to support individuals and groups of children across the school. This will be for a one-year fixed term contract initially with the possibility of extension.

Ideally qualified to Level 2 or 3, although consideration will be given to candidates with relevant experience of working in a school setting. They will be a strong communicator who is a nurturing, patient and positive individual. They will be strong at building relationships with pupils, staff and parents. Strong literacy skills are also essential.

In addition to classroom activities, the post will require the Teaching Assistant to carry out lunchtime duties as a Midday Supervisory Assistant.

In return we can offer you:

  • delightful, courteous children
  • a wonderful staff team
  • a happy school community
  • an inspiring and well-resourced school environment with excellent facilities

We have high standards, expectations and aspirations for all our pupils and are committed to providing the children with a safe, inspiring learning environment in which they can flourish and realise their true potential.

Our school regards keeping our children safe as its biggest priority; therefore applicants will be subject to a DBS check, stringent vetting and induction processes including references being sought prior to interview and online search.

If you are interested in becoming a member of our supportive and friendly team, then please contact the school to arrange a visit, which are warmly welcomed.

Closing Date:  Thursday 26 June 2025 by 3pm (We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a suitable applicant be found).

Interview Dates to be confirmed with applicant from either:

  • Wednesday 2 July AM
  • Friday 4 July AM
  • Tuesday 8 July PM
How to apply

For further details and an application pack, please visit the school website at: www.chaltonlower.co.uk/vacancies

Or contact:

Name:  Mrs Helen Chapman, Office Manager
Telephone:  01525 872354
Email: chalton@chaltonlower.co.uk