About This Role
Note that applications will be reviewed as received and if a suitable candidate is identified, we may close the vacancy early, so early application is encouraged.
Role: Midday Supervisory Assistant
Hours: 9.5 over 38 working weeks
Salary: Actual Salary £5,511
Start: ASAP
Drove Primary School is based in the heart of Swindon, Wiltshire. We are a three‑form entry school with approximately 650 children on roll, as well as our own nursery on site. In our most recent Ofsted inspection (July 2024), the school was rated "GOOD", with "Outstanding" in personal development. We value diversity and inclusion, and our community is woven together by the collaboration of our school communities' cultures, languages, and backgrounds, each adding unique perspectives and enriching the learning experience for all.
All About You
- An excellent Teaching Assistant who loves to work with children and helps to inspire them to achieve their potential.
- An outstanding team-player who enjoys working with others and being involved in school life.
- Committed to their own professional development journey.
- Experienced in working with children with SEN and/or SEMH needs.
Why Work for Us?
- We are a welcoming and supportive school with strong values and a caring ethos.
- Our staff are a hardworking team dedicated to helping children succeed.
- Our children are engaged and eager to learn.
- We have a supportive leadership team and wider school community.
The Advantages of Joining Our Federation
- Employee Assistance programme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Menopause support network
Discounts, Save Money On Holidays, Clothing And Much More
- Discounts for Teachers – All staff within the Trust can take advantage of the discounts
- Blue Light Discount
- Eye Care Vouchers
Development
- Access to up-to-date training on safeguarding and child protection to ensure staff are fully supported in their roles, including ongoing updates on statutory safeguarding guidance and legislation.
- CPD Programme
- Supportive leadership team to help you reach your full potential
Pension / Leave and Service
- Excellent Pension Scheme*
- Employer contributions above national standards
- Enhanced family‑friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
- An additional White Horse concessionary day’s leave per year
We hope we have done enough to give you a flavour of what it is like to work here. If you would like to come and join us, then please apply today – we are looking forward to hearing from you.
The White Horse Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful for this role, you will be expected to apply for a disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service before an appointment is confirmed. Please note that references will be sought on shortlisted candidates before the interview. The White Horse Federation values uniqueness and recognises the benefit of having a diverse workforce. We value the contributions of all staff from a wide range of backgrounds and we are committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. At The White Horse Federation, we believe that everyone should be treated with fairness and respect and share a commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at all of our schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and operate a fair recruitment process, free from discrimination against protected characteristics, in line with the Equality Act 2010.
