About this role
Early Years Teaching Assistant
Be supported and encouraged to be the best that you can be
Our school is passionate about life-changing education and instilling an eagerness to learn within our pupils. The success of our staff has led to a rating of outstanding by Ofsted, just two years post establishment.
We are looking to recruit an Early Years Teaching Assistant to join us on our journey to standards of excellence. You will play a pivotal role in a committed team and make a real impact on the outcomes of our pupils.
Staff at Ark Atwood are given high levels of support throughout their career with us, as well as access to a plethora of training opportunities, such as INSET days to external Ark Hub days.
" The Senior Leadership team at Atwood is extremely open, present and reachable. Any time you need help there are people around who can always help you, the schools spirit makes it a magical place to work." – Staff member at Ark Atwood
You will find there is a real team effort ethos and our leadership team is approachable, friendly and always available to help whenever and wherever needed. We have fostered a supportive and collaborative infrastructure that will ensure your career progression is nurtured every step of the way.
Ark is one of the UK's most successful school groups with a network of 35 schools in 4 locations across the country alone, it is an international charity transforming lives through education. As part of the network, our staff can expect:
Access to a range of discounts through the Ark Rewards Scheme which includes reduced gym memberships, discounts at major retailers and travel loans Twice as many training days as standard Support from a network of 35 schools across the UK
Visits to the school are warmly encouraged; to arrange, please call 0207 266 7070.
Visit http://arkatwoodprimary.org/ for more information on the school.
For an informal, confidential discussion, please contact our Assistant Headteacher Joe Townsend on 0207 266 7070 or [email protected]
Please submit your application online by visiting www.arkatwoodprimary.org
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis so early applications are encouraged.
Deadline: August 28th 2026
Salary: £30,222 -£31,976 (£25,990-27,499 pro-rata)
Hours: 36 hours a week, term-time only
Contract: Fixed term (initially for one year)
Start date: As soon as possible in the new academic year
Ark is committed to safeguarding children; successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.