Job Description
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Required 01 September 2025
Fixed Term Contract until 31 August 2026 (with the potential to extend)
Salary - Scale 2 Point 3-4 / Scale 3 Point 5-6 depending on experience
Hours of work: 32 hours per week / 38 weeks per annum (term time)
Frinton-on-Sea Primary School are looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic and caring Teaching Assistant to support our children.
The ideal candidate will:
be able to support the children in the class by following the direction of the class teacher
liaise with the class teacher and SENDCO and help keep detailed records of the children's achievements
use their own initiative to support children in making the best possible progress
· have the ability to work as part of a team, including outside professionals
be highly positive and supportive
be able to remain calm and flexible, be caring, have patience, and have a sense of humour
We can offer you:
a friendly, welcoming school
committed teachers and support staff working within a team ethos
happy, motivated and enthusiastic children who are keen to learn
a family atmosphere with strong community links
SLT and Governors with a clear vision of long term aims and strategic planning
continued professional development
Visits to the school are encouraged. To arrange a visit, or for further details, please contact the school office on 01255 674007 or email: admin@frintononsea.essex.sch.uk
Further details about the role and how to apply can be found on our Trust website www.penroselearningtrust.uk
Closing Date: Midday Thursday 05 June 2025
Interview Date: Thursday 12 June 2025
Frinton-on-Sea Primary School 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 an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory medical and references.