Pirton School Β· Hitchin, East of England
We are looking for a Teaching Assistant for either our Reception or our Year One class. This is to join our existing team. At Pirton School, we have a wonderful Reception environment with huge indoor and outdoor space. Children benefit from a small class size in Reception (16 children in September 2026) and are taught by highly experienced Reception teachers. As the children move into Year One, they are taught in another large classroom again by experienced Year One teachers. We now need a Teaching Assistant to join this team. We have recently been visited by Ofsted and we look forward to sharing our report with the wider community once it is published (likely to be in July) We are proud to provide a warm, nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is valued and encouraged to flourish. We are seeking a caring, compassionate and skilled Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. This role is ideal for someone who has a genuine passion for supporting young children at the start of their learning journey. We are looking for an excellent practitioner who understands child development, recognises the importance of secure relationships, and is committed to meeting the needs of all children, including those who may be vulnerable or require additional support. The successful candidate will be patient, nurturing and enthusiastic, with the ability to create a safe, engaging and stimulating environment where children feel happy, confident and ready to learn. They will demonstrate unconditional positive regard, work closely with families and colleagues, and play an important role in supporting childrenβs emotional wellbeing, communication, independence and early learning skills. If you are passionate about inclusion, committed to giving every child the very best start, and want to make a real difference as part of a supportive team, we would love to hear from you. The working hours are 8.40am-3.15pm and includes supporting children for 30 minutes during their lunch hour.