Lady Barn House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Applicants are required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the school is permitted to ask shortlisted candidates to declare all cautions and convictions prior to interview.
Lady Barn House School is a thriving independent day preparatory school for boys and girls aged 3 to 11. There are currently around 480 pupils on roll. The school offers excellent teaching, traditional values and exceptional pastoral care. There is a strong academic legacy with an individual focus on strengthening each pupil’s confidence and abilities. The school aims to ensure that each child is happy, challenged and empowered to take full advantage of the wealth of opportunities on offer at Lady Barn House School; leaving them equipped with the knowledge, skills and confidence to make a successful transition to Senior School.
Are you an experienced and passionate Early Years or Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant? Lady Barn House School is looking for an enthusiastic professional to support our dedicated teachers and bright young pupils in a nurturing and dynamic environment.
With small class sizes of around 24 children and a supportive team culture, you’ll play a key role in delivering outstanding educational experiences. This full-time, temporary role (1 Sept 2025 – 31 Aug 2026) also includes the opportunity to be part of our exciting Holiday Club, Barney’s Breakout . Term-time only applications also welcomed.
The successful applicants must have an excellent rapport with young children, be committed to the highest standards of educational provision and be in sympathy with the aims and ethos of Lady Barn House School.
The hours of work for full-time Teaching Assistants are 37.5 hours per week from 8.15 to 4.15pm Monday to Friday (term-time only plus 8 days).
Applications should be made using the application form which can be found on the website at www.ladybarnhouse.org/630/career-opportunies and forwarded with a letter of application to the Headmistress, Lady Barn House School, Schools Hill, Cheadle, SK8 1JE or the appropriate email address by 4pm on Friday 13 June. Applications will be assessed upon receipt and we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. An early application is therefore strongly advised.
Please refer to the Job Description located on the School's website for full details of the post and how to apply.
Lady Barn House School is an equal opportunities employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The School will consider all applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by law. We welcome and encourage applications from all individuals regardless of individual background or circumstance.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: £25,066.00-£26,431.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- teaching assistant: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 13/06/2025
Reference ID: EYFSTA
