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We are looking to appoint Teaching Assistants to our school who are aligned with our Vision and Values. Let your light shine and CARE (Compassion, Acheivement, Respect and Enjoyment). As a TPP school, our behaviour policy is based on 'Rita Pierson's 'Every child needs a champion'; relationships and connection are key. We believe that our children deserve the best support and start in life. Our team is happy and hard-working, well-supported and valued for the amazing job that they all do. We support many children with ASD or ADHD, medical needs as well as other with more complex needs. If you are able to think creatively and flexibly to adapt children's learning, to support children in rebalancing and to support them all to shine then please do apply.
The role is full time 30.15 hours a week, there may be a part-time option available too.
Actual salary £17,765- £18,257
The roles will start in September 2026.
Information about the School
St Andrew's is a school where 'Every child is loved and known and every child shines'.
Our happy, hard-working team of staff are dedicated to ensuring that our children experience the best learning opportunities, we have high aspirations and expectations for all.
We have a broad, balanced and creative curriculum where we support and develop the 'whole child'.
Aiming for all children to develop skills for learning, life and to support them to maintain good mental and physical health.
We nurture a: love of creativity, the outdoors, an understanding and celebration of the richness of cultures and communities in our world and a desire to make a positive difference to everyone.
We are a two form junior school with excellent transport links to Chelmsford, Witham, Maldon and Colchester. We have been significantly impacted by RAAC but have moved into our second temporary building this summer and are enjoying being in this new space together.
We have a happy and supportive staff team who work incredibly well together and are easily excited by 'posh coffee and chocolate biscuits'! Please do call the office for a chat or a visit with our headteacher Becky Black.
We reserve the right to close this advert at any point prior to the closing date.