Teaching Assistant
Part–time position (30 hours per week, term time only + 15 days) at Northampton High School, Newport Pagnell Road, Hardingstone, NN4 6UU. Salary is £19,890.00 actual (equivalent to £27,171.00 full‑time). Contract is permanent.
Responsibilities
- Support the teaching team to encourage pupils in their learning and acquisition of skills.
- Assist in providing a safe, caring and stimulating environment for children before and/or after school hours, including play and learning opportunities.
Qualifications and Experience
- Relevant experience in an educational setting.
- Demonstrable evidence of establishing positive relationships with children.
- Experience of supporting children in a learning environment.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries and pay progression.
- Extensive professional development opportunities and training grants.
- Discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools.
- Generous pension schemes and free life assurance benefit.
- Interest‑free loans for training, computer purchase, and travel season tickets.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Competitive terms and conditions of employment.
Safeguarding
Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including online searches, checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Equal Opportunities
The Girls’ Day School Trust is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change. We want every colleague to feel valued, respected and supported, and we actively welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities.
Contact Details:
GDST (The Girls' Day School Trust) Recruitment Team
