About this role
Teaching Assistant
Location: Gilbert Inglefield Academy
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours of work: 32.5 hours per week, Term Time only + 5 training days (39 weeks)
Salary: NJC L2 pts 4-5 £19,143 - £19,445 per annum
Closing date: 9am on Friday 22nd May 2026
Start date: As soon as possible
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our experienced and friendly Learning Support Team. We are looking for exceptional colleagues to be part of our school's commitment to raise standards, but, above all, to enable pupils with additional needs to access learning; both inside and outside the classroom. Applicants will need to possess strong interpersonal skills and be able to demonstrate that they have excellent literacy and numeracy skills, as well as a calm, positive and encouraging personality.
Come and be part of our extraordinary team at Gilbert Inglefield, where positivity, growth, and community flourish. We offer:
A supportive environment where your expertise is valued.
The opportunity to shape the administrative pulse of the school.
A workplace where every day brings new challenges and rewards.
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 thank you for your interest in this role.
For further information, please contact Laura Townsend HR Lead via [email protected]
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
Please note, the application process will remain open until we receive a sufficient number of applications, with the final closing date being 9am on Friday 22nd May 2026. Interviews to commence shortly after the closing date.
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