General Teaching Assistant (Fixed Term)

Fixed term (1 year) Term time only We are happy to receive applications from full time or part time candidates. We warmly welcome visits to school and/or informal discussions with Mrs Crisell Typical daily pattern - 8:50-15:20, 1 hr lunch. Closing Date - Sunday 14th June 2026. Grade C, SCP 3-6: starting at £13.28 per hour depending on experience. This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented individual who is looking for an ideal work life balance to join our team from September. The school is looking for a highly committed and nurturing individual who is eager to develop their skills as a teaching assistant and become part of a dedicated and skilled staffing team at RTS. We can offer a strong programme of induction, mentoring and training to allow the successful candidate to develop their skills as a practitioner. The school has a long history of supporting the professional development and wellbeing of its staff. Job Purpose: To support pupils in learning as effectively as possible both in group and individual situations. To support the class teacher in the delivery of the Numeracy and Literacy. To support the class teacher in the delivery of other areas of the curriculum as appropriate giving educational support as directed. To work with the class teacher on the preparation of lessons and materials as appropriate. To work with the class teacher to develop and implement a system of monitoring and recording progress. Assistance with pupil assessment and reporting procedures To provide regular feedback to the teacher about pupils. Providing emotional support to help better functioning in class and access to the curriculum. To attend staff meetings, team meetings and staff development training, where appropriate. To be aware of and adhere to school procedures. To contribute to the health and well-being of pupils. To contribute to the maintenance of appropriate standards of behaviour in school. To be aware of confidential issues related to home/pupil/teacher/school and work and to keep confidences appropriately. Having contact with parents, and with education and similar professionals To prepare and maintain displays and specific learning resources under the direction of the teacher. To support an effective teamwork process. Any other duties and responsibilities as may be reasonably required, commensurate with the grade of the post. We can offer you: Enthusiastic Children who are eager to learn. A welcoming and passionate staffing team with high expectations for every child. An inclusive school with effective SEND support and an excellent SENDCo An experienced and dedicated Senior Leadership Team who prioritise the wellbeing of the staffing team. A well-resourced and forward-thinking school committed to growth and development for all. The opportunity to be part of a supportive, innovative Multi Academy Trust. A supportive governing body and active Friends PTA A community that seeks to live its vision dai