Teaching Assistant
St Mark’s Church of England Junior School, Salisbury
Believing in Better
Are you a nurturing, positive and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about helping children succeed?
St Mark’s Church of England Junior School is a school for children aged 7-11, where every child is valued, encouraged and supported to achieve their full potential. Guided by our vision of "Believing in Better", we believe every child has the right to learn in a loving environment filled with laughter, opportunity and a strong sense of community.
We are seeking a Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and dedicated team and make a real difference to the lives of our pupils.
We are looking for someone who:
Is nurturing, caring and empathetic.
Has a great sense of humour and enjoys bringing fun into learning.
Is adaptable, resilient and able to respond to the needs of different children.
Works collaboratively as part of a team.
Is patient and takes pride in celebrating even the smallest steps of progress.
Builds positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
Shares our commitment to helping every child thrive.
Why join St Mark's?
Our children are unique and inspiring. They need positive, supportive and engaging adults who understand that every child's learning journey is different and that differences should be celebrated.
As part of our team, you will benefit from:
A welcoming and supportive school community.
Enthusiastic and friendly children who love learning.
Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Full training appropriate to the role.
The chance to make a meaningful impact every day.
Part of Brunel Academies Trust
St Mark's is proud to be part of Brunel Academies Trust, a growing educational community with no barriers, only potential. Together, we are committed to improving the life chances and outcomes of children and young people across our SEND, Church of England and mainstream educational provisions.
Experience
Whether you are looking for your first role in education or are an experienced Teaching Assistant, we would love to hear from you. Applications are welcomed from both entry-level Support Assistants and experienced Teaching Assistants. Full details can be found in the Job Description and Person Specification.
Training and Support
We want every member of staff to feel valued, confident and successful in their role. Comprehensive training and ongoing support will be provided to ensure you have the skills and knowledge needed to flourish.
Apply Today
If you are ready to join a school where kindness, teamwork, community and ambition are at the heart of everything we do, we would love to hear from you.
Come and be part of our journey at St Mark's Church of England Junior School, where we are truly Believing in Better.
Please note: Applications will be reviewed as they are received. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a suitable candidate be identified.
Benefits
Whether through continuous professional development, personal and impartial support, or exciting discounts to enjoy with friends and family, Brunel Academies Trust have a package of excellent benefits which are available to all employees, including:
Support on continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities
Brunel Perks – exclusive discounts on a range of products and retailers from cinema tickets, food shopping and holidays
Discounts with Swindon Designer Outlet Village
Carefirst – impartial counselling service in person, by video call or phone as well as a citizen’s advice function for advice and support on personal or professional queries
Excellent pension scheme
Free on-site parking
Annual pay progression opportunities
Continuous Service date honoured
You are invited and encouraged to visit our setting to explore how unique and inspirational our children and team are. We encourage you to learn more about us through our website, and contact the school office to arrange a visit.
Safeguarding Statement
Brunel Academies Trust is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people (CYP) and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check, references and medical clearance. All references will be obtained prior to interview in line with Safer Recruitment and KCSIE, and further references may be sought as deemed necessary.
Brunel Academies Trust is dedicated to the vision of having a diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that reflects diversity from the communities it serves. We value the contributions of all colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds and actively seek to promote an environment which is free from discrimination and harassment; which at the same time supports fair promotion and cultural acceptance.
Under the provision of the Equality Act 2010, Brunel Academies Trust welcomes applications from everyone and operates a recruitment process that is fair and does not discriminate against or disadvantage anyone because of their age, pronouns preference, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy, paternity or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.
In order for your application to be formally considered, we require a fully completed application form in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education & Safer Recruitment. This must include your education history, qualifications with dates and an unbroken employment history from leaving full time education to present day (with gaps accounted for). Please make sure all gaps in employment are explained in the box provided.