We employ around 240 staff all with unique skills and abilities. Working here will give you the opportunity to work in a dynamic, stimulating and friendly environment.
In return you can access excellent benefits:
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- Free staff lunch on the days you work, during term time
- 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays), pro-rated according to your contract
- Scottish Widows Group Personal Pension Plan (depending on your role)
- Personalised industry expert pension advice
- 3 x death in service benefit
- Partial fee discount, where applicable and according to eligibility
- Free use of the school gym
- Free use of the swimming pool
- A suite of termly staff celebrations and wellbeing initiatives
- Topical health and wellbeing advice via our EAP
- Employee assistance programmes to support you personally and professionally
- Discounted group private health with BUPA
- Optical support
- A comprehensive further study programme
- Access to a cycle to work scheme
- Access to a salary sacrifice electric car scheme
- Invites to parenting webinars on key topics
- Free access to school productions, speakers and events
- Free onsite car parking
Read more about our benefits here
Current Opportunities
Teaching Assistant – Part-Time Fixed-Term Contract
Are you passionate about helping young children learn, grow and thrive? We’re looking for a friendly and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our Willow Lodge (Infant School) team on a temporary, part-time basis until 9 July 2027.
In this rewarding role, you will work alongside our dedicated teachers, supporting and inspiring our pupils as they discover the world.
What You’ll Be Doing
• Working closely with the class teacher to prepare lessons and learning resources.
• Supporting assessment activities and maintaining pupil records as directed.
• Supervising pupils during lunch, playtimes and at key points throughout the school day.
• Playing an active role in school events, parents’ evenings and the wider life of Willow Lodge.
• Assisting with extracurricular activities and helping to promote the school at events such as Open Days and taster sessions.
What We’re Looking For
• Teaching Assistant Level 3 qualification (or equivalent).
• A friendly, enthusiastic and proactive approach.
• A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and development.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Hours and Salary
This is a term-time only position, working 14.5 hours per week on Mondays and Tuesdays from 8.00am to 3.45pm. The role is offered on a fixed-term basis from 1 September 2026 until 9 July 2027.
Salary is £13.67 per hour
Closing Date 9am Tuesday 4th August 2026
Interviews are planned for the week commencing 10 August.
If unavailable during that week, please don’t let this deter you from applying. Let us know in your application and we will be happy to discuss alternative interview arrangements.
