About The Role
- GCSE or Functional Skills (Grade 4/C or Level 2) in Maths and English
- A genuine desire to work with children and make a positive impact on their learning journey
Key Responsibilities:
For a full list of responsibilities please see the attached job description
- Support teaching and learning alongside the Classroom Teacher
- Motivate and encourage pupils to reach their full potential
- Participate in the Walking Bus between school sites on a rota basis
- Communicate effectively with staff, pupils, parents and carers
- Use ICT confidently to support learning and admin tasks
- Excellent organisational and administrative skills
- Understanding of the educational system and current development
About Us
“Pupils are happy and enjoy attending this welcoming school” – Ofsted 2022
Find out more about our story at: Ethos & Values, Penbridge School
At Penbridge School, we are a proud member of the Thinking Schools Academy Trust. This enables us to create a unique offer for children: an "all-through" educational journey in which they remain with the same family of schools throughout their education.
We are one of five primary schools and one secondary school in Portsmouth to benefit from Thinking Schools' award-winning resources, curriculum, and collaboration opportunities.
Thinking Schools Academy Trust
We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances.
Learn more about our Vision and Values here
- Competitive Pay Scales
- Performance Related Pay: We operate a Professional Growth policy that allows us to reward staff who meet their objectives with additional pay for exceptional performance.
- Pension Scheme Membership: Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust.
- Training: Expand your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses.
- Knowledge and Curriculum Sharing: Our regional hub model offers a network of collaboration for staff to share best practice.
- Cycle2Work Scheme: Salary sacrifice scheme to purchase a new bike with National Insurance savings.
- Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
- TSTARS Staff Recognition: You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
- Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
- TSAT Benefits portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.
- Store Discounts: Support staff have access to 'Discount for Teachers' scheme that offers a huge range of money saving deals and vouchers.
- Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.
To arrange an informal telephone conversation or tour of the school please contact Sarah Arthur on [email protected]
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process please email [email protected]
