About this role
We’re looking for a Teaching Assistant to join the team at [Organisation_name], where every child is seen, known, and valued. Whether you’ve worked in schools, youth work, care, or another setting — if you connect well with young people and believe in inclusion, we want to hear from you.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is emotionally intelligent, positive and proactive. You’ll work alongside our experienced team to support pupils’ learning, wellbeing and development, helping create a classroom where all children feel safe, supported and inspired.
About You
You don’t need to have worked in a school before. If you’re passionate about helping children succeed, love working as part of a team, and have the confidence to build strong relationships with pupils, this could be the perfect next step for you.
We’re looking for someone who:
Connects easily and positively with children
Is calm, flexible and compassionate
Can work closely with teachers and colleagues to deliver excellent support
Is willing to learn and grow with us
Why Ripley Junior School & Embark Federation?
Ripley Junior School is a vibrant, inclusive junior school with a strong sense of community and ambition for every child. As part of Embark Federation, you will benefit from shared expertise, collaboration across schools, and a Trust culture built on inclusion, integrity and development.
We warmly welcome informal discussions and school visits. To arrange a conversation or tour, please contact the school office on 01773 742281.
At Embark Federation, we believe that our people make the difference. We are a family of stand-out schools at the heart of our communities — and we’re proud to offer careers that are meaningful, supported and full of opportunity.
When you join an Embark school, here’s what you can expect:
A Sense of Belonging Our values of Family, Integrity, Teamwork and Success shape everything we do. From your first day, you’ll be part of a supportive culture where relationships matter, collaboration is encouraged, and everyone feels welcome.
Purpose-Driven Work You’ll be part of something that matters. Every role in our schools plays a vital part in shaping futures — and the work you do will have a lasting impact on the children, families and communities we serve.
Real Professional Development We don’t just talk about development — we make it happen. Through high-quality training, mentoring, and learning networks across the trust, we’ll help you grow your confidence, your skills, and your career.
Innovation and Excellence As a forward-thinking trust, we share best practice across our schools and empower our teams to innovate. You’ll work in an environment that values continuous improvement and supports creativity.
A Place You’ll Want to Stay From staff wellbeing support to flexible working opportunities, we care about our people. We invest in you — not just for the role you’re in now, but for the future you’re building.
Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities
Embark Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment practices, including an enhanced DBS check. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background, who share our commitment to inclusion.