Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant - John Ruskin School

12 Month Fixed Term Contract (due to budget considerations) starting 1 September 2025, finishing 31 August 2026
30 hours a week, 38 weeks a year plus three days INSET
Applications for part time working of this role would be welcome. We will consider applications from experienced colleagues, those early in their career or those recently completing an apprenticeship.

SCP 6 £25,183 pro rata, term time only, which equals £14,880.46 per annum
Part Time; 30 hours per week

Based throughout the school, Years 7 – 11

9am – 3.30pm with a 30 minute lunch break,

Please note:
●    For the right candidate we could consider an appointment at a senior teaching assistant level Scale Point 14 with commensurate responsibilities that would be discussed at interview.

If this opportunity is of interest to you, please make this clear on your application form.

Are you passionate about making a real difference in children’s lives? Do you have the patience, creativity, and resilience to support young learners with and without special educational needs to shine their brightest? Then our Governing Body wants YOU to join our vibrant, caring school community!

At John Ruskin School, we believe every child has a voice, every child has potential, and every child matters. We’re on the lookout for a dynamic, compassionate, and energetic Teaching Assistant who’s ready to roll up their sleeves and make learning accessible and fun.

Your Role
Under supervision, you will undertake a range of varied tasks:
●    Work within the classroom supporting whole class teaching
●    Work one-to-one or in small groups, often supporting children with additional needs (ASD, ADHD, speech and language, SEMH, or physical needs).
●    Provide personalised interventions.
●    Collaborate closely with our passionate teachers, SENCO, Learning Support Manager, and external specialists.
●    Provide feedback on pupil progress
●    Keep records and attend review meetings
●    Celebrate every small win and be part of every big step forward.
What We’re Looking For
●    Experience supporting children with SEN (either in a school or similar setting).
●    A calm, flexible and proactive approach.
●    Someone who is motivated, organised and committed, with high expectations for all pupils
●    A true team player with a big heart and a sense of humour.
●    Excellent communication skills and the ability to develop good working relationships with colleagues
●    Provision of high quality care in a safe environment
●    A sound understanding of the importance of safeguarding 
What We Offer
●    A welcoming, inclusive, and forward-thinking school community
●    Ongoing professional development and opportunities to grow in your career
●    Supportive leadership that values your ideas and wellbeing
●    The chance to change lives, one day at a time
●    Warm colleagues, curious students, and a place where every day is different and every effort counts.

Qualifications
An NVQ Level 3 qualification for Teaching Assistants, equivalent or higher such as satisfactory completion of a National Teaching Assistant apprenticeship, is required as is recent experience of working in a school setting.

Safer Recruitment
John Ruskin School is committed to safeguarding and the promotion of wellbeing for all children. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and all relevant pre-recruitment checks.

Application Procedure
Please see person specification and job description on www.jrs.org.uk/vacancies. Our job application form is available on the blue button at the top left of www.jrs.org.uk/Vacancies

To discuss the role, please do not hesitate to contact Peter Blackburn, Head Teacher, via admin@jrs.org.uk or 015394 41306

Closing date:  Friday 4 July 2025          

Interviews:    Date to be arranged.