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Teaching Assistant (TA) and Lunchtime Controller
- Total hours per week 29 hours and 35 minutes
- Fixed term 1/9/26 – 31/8/27
- Five days per week term time only - Grade B
- Mortimer St. John’s CE Infant School
- Closing date: Friday 10th July 2026
“I look forward to coming to school every day. The children are a delight to be with” - Member of Staff.
Due to an increasing number of children with additional needs we are looking for friendly, positive and resilient people to join our forward thinking and ambitious staff team at both school sites. The successful candidates will need to relate well to children and adults, work as part of a team and be able to adapt to a varied routine.
We are looking for you to:
- have energy and enthusiasm
- have an interest in teaching and learning, and have high expectations and aspirations for all children
- be flexible, positive and creative, with an ability to problem solve and use of initiative
- provide children with memorable and positive experiences
- support children with special educational needs with the guidance of the Class Teacher and SENDCO
- assist with the supervision of pupils and ensure their welfare during the lunch hour
- support school health and safety policies to keep the children safe
- support the school behaviour and mental health policy
We can offer you:
- supportive and friendly staff
- training and an experienced mentor
- enthusiastic children who are willing learners
- supportive Senior Leadership Team and Governing Body
- attractive, well resourced learning environments
- a commitment to furthering your professional development
Visits to the schools are warmly welcomed and encouraged by appointment only. Please contact the school office for an application form and further details. See our school website to find out more about our wonderful schools: https://mortimerschools.org/
CLOSING DATE: Friday 10th July 2026
INTERVIEWS: Week commencing Monday 13th July 2026
The Mortimer Federation of St. John’s and St. Mary’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks, along with other relevant employment checks. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
The Mortimer Federation of St Mary's and St John's
School Contact
Tel: 0118 933 2242Email: finance@mortimerschools.org
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