Teaching Assistant Level 1 - Athena School

Level 1 Teaching Assistant

Salary: Grade 3 Point 6-9 Pro rata £21969- £23,025 per annum
Hours: 32.5 per week, 39 working weeks
Contract Type:Temporary until 31st August 2027

Athena School is an SEMH (social, emotional and mental health) school which is in federation with Fortuna Primary School. The two schools work together to provide quality provision through a shared nurturing ethos for all pupils. If you wish to join our school which is pioneering in its approach to providing care, support and education for pupils with SEMH then we would really like to hear from you!

We are looking for Level 1 Teaching Assistant to start as soon as possible.
We are looking for creative, empathic, passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our committed staff team. Experience of working with children who display extremely challenging behaviour would be an advantage.

Closing Date:Wednesday 21st October 2026
Interview Date: W/C 2nd November 2026
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff share this commitment.
All posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All Pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education".

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews.

When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.

All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.