Teaching Assistants

Looking for a role where you can make a real difference in children\’s lives? If you\’re passionate about education and love working in a supportive environment, we want you on our team! Teaching Assistants Maidenhead, SL6 6AW * Full time or part time between Monday – Friday, (8:30am- 4pm with flexibility for earlier or later shifts) * Fixed term contract starting March 2025 * Competitive salary dependent on experience Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK At Claires Court, we go beyond the traditional curriculum to provide a dynamic and enriching education. We believe in fostering confidence, creativity, and resilience in every child. Our diamond structure approach ensures that boys and girls thrive in environments best suited to their learning and social needs. The Role We’re seeking enthusiastic and compassionate Teaching Assistants to support our Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 pupils. You\’ll work closely with teachers to enhance the learning experience, both in the classroom and through small group sessions. Key Responsibilities: * Support classroom learning by helping to create engaging activities and materials * Assist with literacy, numeracy, and phonics development * Work 1:1 or with small groups to provide targeted support * Encourage positive behaviour and emotional well-being * Help organise resources and prepare classroom materials * Supervise playtime and extracurricular activities * Accompany school trips and out-of-class learning experiences * Support the overall care and welfare of pupils, ensuring a nurturing environment Benefits We offer a supportive and friendly working environment with opportunities for professional development and training. You’ll be part of a school that values staff well-being and career progression, ensuring you feel appreciated and empowered in your role. * Professional training and career growth opportunities * A welcoming and collaborative team * A dynamic and engaging school culture * Opportunities to contribute to extracurricular activities The Ideal Candidate We’re looking for someone who is energetic, adaptable, and genuinely enjoys working with children. The right candidate will: * Have experience or a strong interest in working with primary-aged children * Hold GCSEs (A-C) in English and Maths * Be confident using ICT in a learning environment * Show enthusiasm, patience, and excellent teamwork skills * Be committed to safeguarding and child welfare * Align with the school’s ethos, demonstrating creativity and initiative Take the next step in your career and help us shape young minds at Claires Court! How to apply for the role: If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents. You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please. Equal Opportunities It is the policy of Claires Court Schools to ensure equality of opportunity for all members of staff, both teaching and non-teaching. Safeguarding Statement We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo Child Protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. In addition to an assessment of their ability to perform the duties of the post applied for, candidates invited to attend for interview should expect further discussion relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Pre- Employment Checks In accordance with our Recruitment of Ex-offenders Policy, you are advised that all posts within the School will have the opportunity for unsupervised contact with children and therefore all shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a self-declaration form to declare any convictions, cautions, reprimands or final warnings that are not “protected” as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). This is regardless of whether any such convictions, caution, reprimand or final warning is considered ‘spent’ or ‘unspent’. The amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are “protected” and not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Disclosure and Barring Service website. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with us: this will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of your offence(s). Other suitable skills and experience include Classroom Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant, Early Years Practitioner, Primary Support Worker, Learning Mentor, Pastoral Support Assistant, Behaviour Support Assistant, Intervention Teaching Assistant, Academic Mentor