Teaching Assistant

We are a happy, two-form entry school with a talented team of staff and thriving, enthusiastic children. At THS, curiosity hatches, creativity takes flight, and learning soars to a sky of opportunity. We are all B.I.R.D.S at THS - Brave learners, Independent and Inspirational learners, Resilient and Respectful, Determined and Scholarly. Could you be one of our BIRDS too? Job Role: Teaching Assistant We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support pupils in reaching their full potential. Working closely with teachers, you will help deliver high-quality learning experiences, provide one-to-one and small-group support, and contribute to creating a positive, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment. The successful candidate will be patient, caring, and committed to supporting the academic, social, and emotional development of children. You will assist with classroom activities, help prepare learning resources and encourage confidence and independence in learners. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children, has excellent communication and teamwork skills, and is passionate about making a positive difference in education. We have a full-time therapist as a Co-Deputy Head works both with the children but also offers supervision to all staff members We have specialised teachers for Sport, Music, MFL and Computing We have wonderful children who need great Teachers and TAs We have a rich and diverse parent/carer community who fully support the school We have a Whole School Wellbeing Support package, with access to private mental health support, 24/7 GP support, Counselling, physiotherapy, and an annual nurse-led health screen to name a few elements of this resource You are ambitious to take your career to the next level You have the highest expectations of our children and a desire to develop the whole child You have a keen interest on how Trauma and Adverse Childhood Experiences impact learning (Hand on Heart) You have excellent interpersonal skills You embrace diverse communities and celebrate difference - We have a ‘No Outsiders’ policy here! You have a clear understanding of how to raise standards through excellent teaching and learning You are a BIRD with a keen sense of humour, open to change, and the ability to enthuse and motivate Why not arrange a visit: come and visit me, Pippa the Headteacher and the team, find out more about what makes THS a fabulous place to be. Office Tel: 01296 485683 We are committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare: All unspent convictions and conditional cautions. All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of O