Teaching Assistant
Marjorie McClure School, Chislehurst, BR7 6FG21 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
9 November 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
17 October 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2, Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Working pattern
- Part time: 35 Hours a week. (Mon - Fri 8:30-16:00) Term time only, 39 weeks a year.
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £28,221 t0 £28,617
What skills and experience we're looking for
Essential Knowledge and Experience:
Relate well to both children and adults.
Handle interactions with tact and sensitivity.
Understand school procedures for first aid and medical emergencies.
Work effectively as part of a team, understanding school roles and responsibilities.
Have general experience in supervising children.
Experience working with or caring for pupils of the relevant age, preferably with SEND needs
Ability to work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and
responsibilities.
Strong interpersonal skills to relate well to both children and adults.
Skills and Abilities:
Strong numeracy and literacy skills.
Effective use of ICT to support learning.
Proficiency with equipment technology, such as interactive whiteboards and photocopiers.
Knowledge of relevant policies, codes of practice, and legislation.
Basic understanding of child development and learning.
Ability to self-evaluate learning needs and actively seek learning opportunities.
Qualifications:
Undertake relevant training, such as basic first aid.
NVQ2 or equivalent for Teacher Assistants, or equivalent experience/qualifications
Understanding of Keeping Children Safe in Education
Participate in training and development opportunities.
Personal Qualities:
Possess good organizational and timekeeping skills.
Use initiative and make decisions in collaboration with your line manager.
Be motivated to develop your own practice.
Be perceptive and sensitive to the needs of others.
Have a good sense of humour.
Show resilience.
What the school offers its staff
We’re proud to offer:
Endless Growth Opportunities: Access to ongoing professional development to help youthrive in your career.
Thriving Partnerships: Strong collaborations with schools to enhance your impact andnetwork.
A Happy and Supportive Team: Work alongside a motivated, friendly, and encouraginggroup of professionals. We are committed to helping you achieve your professionalgoals.
Comprehensive Training and Development: NEST supports the continuous growth of allour staff.
Course and Qualification Opportunities: Enhance your skills for your current role orprepare for future opportunities.
Career Advancement: Gain qualifications that can help you progress within theorganisation.
Resources You Deserve: A well-equipped environment with the tools and support youneed to succeed.
Innovative Culture: Join an organisation that values creativity, teamwork, and freshideas.
Exclusive Perks: Enjoy staff benefits like the Cycle to Work scheme and technologydiscounts.
Special Discounts: Gain access to CSSC Benefits, BHN Extras and Blue Light Cardsavings, making your life outside work even better.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
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About Marjorie McClure School
- School type
- Academy, ages 4 to 19
- School size
- 119 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Marjorie McClure School website
- Email address
- personnel@mmc.bromley.sch.uk
Welcome to Marjorie McClure School, where learning is an exciting adventure filled with creativity, inspiration, and opportunities for every individual to grow and shine. As an outstanding foundation special school for students aged 4-19 with complex medical needs and physical disabilities, we provide a nurturing environment where every achievement, no matter how small, is celebrated. At Marjorie McClure, we are more than a school—we are a family that fosters growth, independence, and community connections.
Our personalised curriculum goes beyond academics, prioritising communication, life skills, and social development. Collaboration is key to our success, and we work closely with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals, including nurses, speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, and physiotherapists, all based on-site.
In April 2023, we entered an exciting new chapter by moving into our purpose-built school. This state-of-the-art facility is designed to meet the needs of our students, featuring a wheelchair-friendly playground, sensory and immersive rooms, soft play areas, and a rebound therapy room. We’re also proud to showcase our Chelsea Flower Show garden, which has become a cherished highlight of our new campus.
At Marjorie McClure School, we believe in the power of education to transform lives, and we’re excited to continue this journey with our students, families, and community.
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