Junior School Classroom Assistant

Junior School Classroom Assistant

We are looking to recruit 2 Junior School Classroom Assistants to join Northampton High School.

• The following hours are available;
• Part-time 18 hours per week, term time only across five days - working patterns would fall between 07 : 30-13 : 00, with occasional flexibility required to increase to full days as additional ad-hoc hours.
• Part-time 18 hours per week, term time only across five days - working patterns would fall between 13 : 00-18 : 00, with occasional flexibility required to increase to full days as additional ad-hoc hours.

The vacancy provides the opportunity for two inspirational individuals to work as Classroom Assistants as part of an experienced and friendly team in Junior School. A recognised junior age assistant’s qualification would be an advantage.

To succeed in this role, you will need excellent interpersonal skills and good levels of numeracy and literacy. You will have a flexible approach and be happy to work across Nursery through to Key Stage 2 as required, demonstrating the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. You will be well organised and have a patient, caring personality and be passionate about learning and supporting children to develop and achieve their best. We also encourage outdoor learning so you will be happy working outdoors as well as within the classroom.

Northampton High Junior school is a beautifully designed space where girls from Nursery (age 2 plus) to Year 6 enjoy a ‘learning without limits’ environment. Our ethos puts the pupils front and centre and allows them space to grow and develop according to their needs. In our dedicated Nursery and Reception space, the girls learn through play in line with the EYFS framework. Pupils from Year 1-6 have classrooms with break-out spaces to allow individual and small group work under the supervision of teachers and assistants.

Excellent benefits apply and full training and a uniform will be provided.

About the School :

Northampton High School, part of the Girls' Day School Trust (GDST), is an independent girls' day school with a reputation for academic excellence, strong pastoral care and a wide breadth of extra-curricular activity. We offer a Nursery, Junior and Senior School across one site and we are proud to be at the forefront of education for girls and a strong voice in promoting opportunities for young women.

The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change : a family where every individual is valued, respected and included. The GDST is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including online searches and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Our reference : SE3880

Vacancy : Junior School Classroom Assistant

Location : Northampton

Salary : (£26,443 - £28,169.50). Full-time equivalent salary based on 36 hours, 52 weeks

Actual salary : £10,720-£11,420 based on 18 hours per week, 36 weeks per year (term-time plus INSET days)

Hours : Part-time 18 hours per week

Contract : Fixed term until end of Summer Term 2025

National World / Smart Hire are advertising on behalf of Northampton High School.

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