About this Role
At Chater Junior School our aim is 'Making Lives Better;' all our staff have this as their reason for working at Chater, our children want to make a difference in their local community and the wider world.
Our children come from a range of backgrounds, we believe that our diversity is a huge strength and is celebrated throughout the life of the school. Through our curriculum we seek to provide our children with a first‑class education built around our four values: Passion, Collaboration, Integrity and Resilience.
We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant who can work 5 days per week - 8:30am - 3:30pm, term time only plus 5 Inset Days.
We are looking for someone who can:
- Work with groups of children
- Deliver teaching interventions
- Support high quality teaching and learning in the classroom
- Undertake lunchtime duties, both in the dining room and the playground
- Demonstrate excellent communication skills
- Shows commitment and passion about learning
- Be flexible and enjoy working as part of a team
In return we can offer:
- Relevant and exciting professional development opportunities
- The opportunity to work in a friendly and diverse school community
- Amazing, friendly, enthusiastic children who engage positively with school life.
- A hard‑working, motivated and engaged staff and governors.
- An attractive working environment with excellent facilities
- Well‑resourced classrooms.
- A school that believes in staff wellbeing with an employee assistance programme and removing unnecessary barriers to being a successful practitioner.
- A culture of support for all staff.
- Free to use electric charge points for electric car users.
"There is a lovely, supportive environment across the school, which has helped with my personal growth. I have learnt from my colleagues."
"All the children are well behaved and respectful. The team are friendly and supportive."
"Chater is uplifting. There is a lot of positive energy. It is a safe place, and the children are wonderful."
"Feel supported and given opportunities to flourish. Trusted to lead. I like the community. I feel like we are a family at Chater."
Chater Junior School is committed to the safeguarding of children and young people and is a committed equal opportunities employer. Please note that our safeguarding requirements and practices mean we are only able to consider complete applications using the application form - we are unable to accept CV applications. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches as part of Safer Recruitment due diligence. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and successful checks including satisfactory references.
Please note applications may be considered while posts are being advertised and we reserve the right to retract the vacancy sooner than the advertised date.
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KS2 Teaching Assistant at Chater Junior School in Watford employer: Bishop's Hatfield Girls' School
St Albans School is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment where staff are valued and encouraged to grow. As part of the Maintenance team, you will enjoy a collaborative culture focused on excellence in maintaining the school's beautiful grounds, with opportunities for professional development in horticulture. Located in a prestigious educational setting, this role not only allows you to contribute to the school's aesthetic but also to be part of a community dedicated to the welfare of its students and staff.
Contact Details:
Bishop's Hatfield Girls' School Recruitment Team
