Teaching Assistant

Penketh High School is an oversubscribed community facing school that is determined to support the academic and holistic development of pupils in order that they leave the school with a strong skillset and positive life chances.  The culture of the school is underpinned by an academically rigorous curriculum, high expectations and standards, as well as a multitude of enrichment opportunities. All these aspects of school life are aligned with the capabilities of our outstanding young people. 

The school is focused on providing the very best provision for pupils by supporting the professional development of staff, offering a comprehensive and focused CPD programme and encouraging staff to engage with external, nationally recognised professional qualifications  

We have the following vacancy:

Teaching Assistant (linked to pupil funding) Level 2

Required - as soon as possible

Salary Range Grade 4 point 6 to 7 £18,330 to £19,058 (actual salary)

Term Time Only plus 5 days, 33 hours per week (Monday to Thursday 8.15am to 3.30pm & Friday 9.00am to 3.30pm)

We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to support a child with additional needs. Permanent or until the child leaves the school (either voluntarily or be subject to a permanent exclusion); no longer requires your support or the funding is reviewed, whichever is the sooner. 

The job description, person specification and application form can be downloaded from www.penkethhigh.org For any further details please contact HR on 01925 720264 or email hr@penkethhigh.org

At The Challenge Academy Trust, we are building a culture that champions better work and working lives across the Trust; a framework to support and develop our workforce from ‘hire to retire’. We are committed to providing a workload that is fair and reasonable, work environment where employee health and wellbeing are actively supported and promoted and structured personal and professional development. 

Our staff offer also includes: 

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme / Teachers’ Pension Scheme. 
• An Occupational Sick Pay Scheme (entitlements based on service). 
• Access to TCAT+ our Reward & Wellbeing platform, including access to retailer discounts, a car lease scheme, discounted healthcare cash plan, cycle to work scheme and online resources to support physical, emotional, professional, financial and social wellbeing. 
• Access to a comprehensive CPD framework through ‘Education Connect’, our professional development arm, and online resources from the National College’. 

The Challenge Academy Trust is committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are made subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer, and our employment policies, procedures and practices are regularly reviewed to ensure compliance with legislation. We are committed to creating a workplace culture that is inclusive, positive, and fair with opportunity for all.

Closing date: Monday 16th September (noon)

Interview Date: TBC