Pastoral Support Assistant - Mayfield Chestnut
Mayfield School, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 8NH12 days remaining to apply
Job start date
2 September 2025
Closing date
7 July 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
25 June 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time (Can be done as a job share): 32.5 hours per week Monday - Friday Term Time Only
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Grade C4
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for individuals who are keen, motivated and are able to work as part of a team, to be based at our Chestnut site in Brixham.
You will support the teacher in creating opportunities for the children to learn in their own individual ways. You will need to be creative, flexible, patient, and perceptive, as you will need to write down observations for the teacher. Previous experience is desirable, but not essential as on-the-job training will be provided.
The Right Candidate Will Have:
- An enthusiasm to learn new skills in a school based environment.
- A good understanding of child development and learning processes
- The ability to be a great team player and also be able to work independently and use initiative
- An open-minded and inquisitive approach to the job but the ability to work to agreed strategies and procedures
- The ability to develop and sustain positive relationships with children, fellow staff members and families
- Experience of using ICT effectively
Working hours will be 8.40am to 3.40pm, Term time only.
What the school offers its staff
Working at Mayfield offers a rewarding and enriching experience for educators and staff alike. We foster a nurturing and inclusive environment where every team member is valued and supported. Our commitment to professional development ensures that you have access to continuous learning opportunities, helping you grow and excel in your career.
You’ll be part of a dedicated team that is passionate about making a positive impact on students’ lives, inspiring and guiding them to reach their full potential. Additionally, our school community is vibrant and collaborative, making it a place where your contributions are recognized and celebrated. Join us to be part of a mission-driven institution that truly values education and personal growth.
Watch our video to see what it is like to work at Mayfield:https://mayfieldtorbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/We-Are-Mayfield-30-1-1.mp4
As well as being part of this rewarding environment, Mayfield offers many personal benefits, including:
- Impressive Government Pension Scheme; 18.4% for Support Staff plus other peace of mind / family protection benefits.
- Access to free Well-being Support & Services.
- Blue Light Discount Card & Employee Discount Scheme; providing up to 20% discounts across many companies.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. These posts are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and barred list check and other Safeguarding and Medical Checks. The interview will be a panel interview along with a written task and may include other tasks on the day.
All candidates will be required to provide two references which will be taken up if shortlisted but before interview
Commitment to safeguarding
All of our safeguarding and recruitment policies can be found in the following places:
Our school website - www.mayfieldtorbay.org
Our recruitment & application system - mayfieldtorbay.face-ed.co.uk
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs are not accepted.
About Mayfield School
- School type
- Special school, ages 2 to 19
- School size
- 265 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Mayfield School website
- Email address
- nlidstone@mayfieldtorbay.org
At Mayfield School in Torquay we have 180 pupils with severe and profound learning difficulties arranged in 19 classes from foundation through to Key Stage 4. We have highly skilled staff and fantastic facilities to support the ongoing development of every pupil’s EHCP need in a safe, nurturing and happy environment.
At Mayfield College in Paignton we have 52 students in Key Stage 4 and 5 with severe and profound learning difficulties. The highly skilled College team provide a holistic programme of study for our young people which utilised challenging, relevant and fun learning experiences whilst supporting individual progression and preparation for adulthood.
At Mayfield Chestnut in Brixham we have 32 Primary aged pupils with social, emotional and mental health difficulties arranged in 6 classes. Our highly skilled staff support our pupils to maintain academic progress whilst securing attachment and promoting resilience and wellbeing through playfulness, acceptance, curiosity and empathy.
Across our 3 sites we have the firm mission of Learning together to be the best that we can be building on the successes of today for the challenges of tomorrow.
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