Teaching Assistant (Level 1)

Denbigh is a thriving and happy learning community where expectations and standards are very high. Driven by our core value statement, ‘high achievement for all is our shared responsibility’, we are completely committed to inspiring and supporting our students so that they seek excellence in all aspects of school life - regardless of their ability or background.

We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant (level 1) to join our Support for Learning Team. Candidates will be required to support pupils with their learning, to plan with teachers and to prepare resources. Experience of working with children with special needs or any barriers to learning would be an advantage.

The successful candidate should have good behaviour management skills, be flexible, enthusiastic and have outstanding communication skills.

If you are considering teaching as a career, this is an excellent opportunity to help you decide and to provide you with invaluable experience.

Location: Luton

Contract type: Permanent - term time plus 5 training days.

Hours of work: 37hrs per week / 39 weeks per year working 08:00-16:00

Starting salary: £22,514pa

Interviews: will take place shortly after the closing date

If you have an unwavering commitment to safeguarding young people, high levels of personal resilience and thrive in an environment where no two days are the same, then we want to hear from you. Full training, support and induction will be provided.

In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, this appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

We are unable to accept CVs

We offer a range of employee benefits:

• A comprehensive induction programme and a supportive working environment including access to Teaching School Hubs and Initial Teacher Training
• Exceptional CPD and development / promotional opportunities
• Refer a friend scheme
• Generous pension schemes
• Employee assistance programme
• Employee of the month scheme
• Diverse workplace

For further information, please contact our Assistant Headteacher/SENDCo, Anna Walczynska, on [email removed]

Visit our website: www.denbighhigh.co.uk or follow us on Twitter: @DenbighHigh

We thank you for your interest in this role.