Reception Teaching Assistant - One Year Fixed Term Contract

Would you like to join this strong and friendly team in our unique London school? Merlin School is looking for an inspiring and passionate individual to join our enthusiastic and creative team of staff. The Teaching Assistant role is a fixed term maternity cover starting on Monday 6th January 2024. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 8.15am - 4.30pm, term time only.  

We welcome applications from experienced Teaching Assistants and those who are starting out in their Teaching Assistant career. 

Merlin School is a well-established independent co-educational pre-prep for children aged 4-8 years, situated in Putney, London. We are non-selective and truly inclusive, providing a highly individualised education with a focus on breadth. Our dedicated and enthusiastic team cater to the individual needs and interests of every child, delivering the curriculum with creativity and high expectations, ensuring children reach their full potential. The school has a family atmosphere and a touch of magic, and children leave us happy and exceptionally well prepared for their next school.  

Support and an induction into the Merlin teaching programme is given to all new members of staff. The candidate must be proactive, motivated and adaptable, with the ability to cope with a busy timetable. 

Merlin School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, online checks qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment and two satisfactory references.  

Benefits of working at Merlin: In addition to playing an important role in a wonderful school, where the family-feel extends to the atmosphere between staff, you will receive a competitive salary and annual salary review. There will also be ample professional development and training opportunities, including ongoing coaching from the SLT team. Other benefits include a daily delicious and healthy breakfast and lunch, fresh fruit and vegetables during your break as well as tea and coffee throughout the day. You will also benefit from long holidays and a well-located place of work, equidistant from East Putney Tube and Putney Station or a five-minute walk from Putney High Street. 

To apply: Please complete the attached application form or email secretary@merlinschool.net for the form. Please include on the application form the name, address and telephone numbers of two referees, along with your CV. 

Closing Date for Applications: Friday 1st November 2024 

Interview Date: Thursday 7th November 2024 

Successful applicants will be invited to interview on or by Monday 4th November