Classroom Teaching Assistant

Bayards Hill is a place where we don’t just teach the curriculum; we nurture character. As a Teaching Assistant here, you will be the champion for our pupils, helping them navigate their learning journey with confidence. Why this role is exciting: Values in Action: You will be on the front line of embedding our core values—Respectful, Responsible, and Resilient—into every aspect of school life. Impactful Growth: You’ll have the opportunity to directly support students in shifting their mindset, turning challenges into 'not yet' learning moments. Collaborative Environment: You will join a team that shares a profound sense of pride and belonging, working together to develop the character of every child. In this role (33.5 hours per week, term time), you will work closely with teaching staff to support classroom learning and help students engage with our school community. What skills / experience are required We are looking for someone who shares our heart for education and character development. A genuine commitment to being Respectful, Responsible, and Resilient. An inclusive to supporting teaching and learning. A proactive, ‘I can’ attitude—both for yourself and when supporting our pupils The ability to work collaboratively as part of a supportive, school-wide team. A dedication to high standards of safeguarding and child welfare. Experience working in a primary school setting. What we can offer / about our school At Bayards Hill, we promote the basic British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect. We are a school defined by its community—we are proud of our identity and committed to creating a sense of belonging for both staff and pupils. As part of the River Learning Trust, you will be joining a wider family of schools that values your professional contribution and offers opportunities for growth. We don't just "do school"; we develop people. If you want to work in an environment where your resilience is celebrated and your contributions are valued, you will flourish here. Education has the power to change lives, communities and society for the better. At RLT we believe that we can achieve more for our pupils, trainees, staff and communities by working together rather than alone. Schools in RLT are united by a common belief in the benefits of working together, and by our commitment to shared principles. OUR VISION is for our schools and SCITT to improve rapidly, continuously and sustainably: to be better faster together. OUR ‘WHY?’ is that children and young people ‘only get one go’ in school and therefore as part of RLT we aim to ensure the best possible ‘go’ for our pupils. OUR ‘HOW?’ is through the highest support and challenge for our schools and each other, underpinned by our principles. Our employees benefit from a wide variety of support including extensive continuing professional learning and development opportunities, wellbeing and staff networks and