Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Are you ready for the next step in your career? Looking to apply those class-based support skills in a new context? Thinking about teaching and want to gain some experience?

If you are passionate about providing the very best opportunities for every child, every day, and you feel you have the energy and enthusiasm to make the difference for every child's learning, then look no further! We are offering an exciting opportunity to join our caring, friendly team.

We are looking for a vibrant, compassionate, and committed higher-level learning support assistant who also has the skill set to provide pastoral support across the school. The job will be varied; whole class teaching, covering PPA, alongside a class-based learning support assistant, working across the school providing pastoral support for individuals, groups and families e.g. social skills, self-esteem, signposting to external services etc. Any additional training will be provided and there is an opportunity to work alongside our current pastoral lead.

Come and visit to see for yourself what we have to offer. Join our team and make a real difference to the children and families of Ongar.Visits to the school are strongly recommended and warmly welcomed. This can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01277 362354

Work Schedule:

30 hours per week, Term time only

Monday - Friday 8:30am - 15:30pm

Permanent

How to Apply: To apply for the role, please complete the application form, demonstrating how your skills and experience match the criteria in the Job Description and Person Specification and return directly to Ongar Primary School.

Application guidance notes are also available to assist you with completing your application.

Informal enquiries regarding the role can be made to the school office via email to admin@ongar-pri.essex.sch.uk

Closing Date: Sunday 20th April 2025, at Midnight

Interview Date: Tuesday 29th April 2025

Ongar Primary School is based in Ongar and set in large and beautiful grounds. The school provides children with a safe, happy and stimulating learning environment. All that we do at Ongar Primary is underpinned by our Three Rights: The Right to Respect, The Right to Safety and The Right to Learn.

Ongar Primary School is part of the Bridge Academy Trust: a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of (high quality) learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE, ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child's journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school-led school improvement approach and long-term sustainable strategy.

This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references. Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.