We are seeking a Teaching Assistant to join our team at Epsom and Ewell High School, part of Bourne Education Trust.
About Epsom And Ewell High School
Epsom and Ewell High School offers a supportive and vibrant learning environment where students thrive. As part of the Bourne Education Trust (BET), a successful multi‑academy trust comprising twenty‑five schools across Surrey, Hampshire, and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, we are committed to ‘Transforming schools…changing lives.’ Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted in 2022 and described as ‘no ordinary secondary school,’ we balance academic excellence with preparation for life beyond the curriculum.
Professional development is central to our success, with weekly training keeping teaching dynamic and relevant. We have a strong tradition of developing leaders from within, supported by robust in‑house programs and a commitment to accelerated career progression at all levels.
At Epsom and Ewell High School, we nurture confident, ambitious students who embrace community, tolerance and high aspiration. Our ethos is simple: our students are at the heart of everything we do, and we truly believe every child can achieve.
Details
Position: Teaching Assistant
Contract: Term time, Permanent
Hours: 32.5 hours per week, term time only. Mon‑Fri 8:30am-3:00pm
Salary: FTE £24,330 – Actual £17,721
Responsible to: SENDCo and ultimately the Headteacher
Benefits
- Condensed school year with two week half term in October
- Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
- Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
- Well‑being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests
- Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Staff Shop benefits platform
- Work‑life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
- Free on‑site parking, with electric car chargers and cycle to work scheme
- Occupational sick pay
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Working as part of a team, under the direction of the responsible Teacher, support teaching provision, development and implementation of learning for pupils
- Under the guidance of the responsible Teacher, facilitate the learning of individual pupils and groups, setting high expectations and promoting positive attitudes to learning
- Prepare, plan and deliver specific intervention programmes, adjusting activities according to pupil response and need
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children
- GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent appropriate qualification)
- Ability to evidence effective continuous professional development
Desirable
- Relevant experience of working with children in an education setting
Our Culture
- Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
- Collaborative and innovative
- Committed, engaged and professional
- Advocates for equality and inclusivity
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