Teaching Assistant

Fixed term Contract Initially until July 2026 due to EHCP funding

Required September 2025

The Governing Body of this popular, friendly and caring school is seeking to appoint an outstanding teaching assistant for Sept 2025, linked to EHCP hours which will be reviewed in July 2026.

Part time , 32 hours per week , term time  

We are looking for a person who:

has a good knowledge of KS1 and KS2 expectations
has a passion for working with children 
is flexible and has excellent classroom skills
is well organised and able to work closely with others as part of a teaching team
has good communication skills
is adaptable to change
can work on a one to one basis and with small groups
has a sense of humour and is approachable

Waberthwaite offers:
•    A small, friendly school with strong links to the parish community
•    Happy, receptive and well-behaved pupils
•    An experienced, hardworking staff team
•    An enthusiastic and supportive Governing Body

Visits to the school are welcome by appointment.

Please contact the school either by phone (01229 717664) or e-mail (headteacher@waberthwaite.cumbria.sch.uk ) to request an application pack.

Applicants are asked to complete the CCC application form and also submit a covering letter which details curriculum strengths, relevant experience and areas of expertise relevant to the person specification for the role.
    
Waberthwaite Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.
This position is subject to an enhanced DBS and excellent references.

Closing Date -  28th July 2025
Shortlisting – 29th July 2025
Interview –  13th August 2025