Senior Teaching Assistant

Robert Ferguson Primary School

Part Time Senior Teaching Assistant (Fixed Term)
PCD7 – £27,711 per annum , pro rata  (35 hrs p/wk) Hourly rate: £14.36
From March 2025
17.5 hours per week term time only (38 weeks per year + 1 week INSET)          

From March 2025 to August 2025

This is an exciting opportunity to join our friendly and dedicated team.  We are seeking a senior teaching assistant to work with a child with special educational needs in our Reception class.  The position is fixed term as it has been created to meet the needs of specific pupils with an Educational Health Care Plan.  The position is initially for 17.5 hours - availability to extend working hours beyond these hours is desirable.

Details about the position and how to apply can be downloaded from our website - www.rferguson.org 

The successful candidate will:

•    have experience relevant to the role;
•    be proactive and enthusiastic about meeting the needs of pupils;
•    contribute to a caring, friendly and supportive learning environment; 
•    work flexibly in the classroom and around school to deliver a tailored curriculum;

Robert Ferguson School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure Bureau (DBS) and references will be taken from previous employers prior to starting in post.

Applicants are requested to provide a completed application form (downloadable from our website) and an accompanying letter of application, preferably by post or dropped off to the school office.  To arrange a visit to the school prior to applying, please contact the school office - 01228 535091.

Closing Date - Friday 24th February 2025 at 09:00