Dunley Drive, New Addington CR0 0RG. Tel: 01689 841771
Email: office@goodshepherd.croydon.sch.uk Website: www.goodshepherdprimaryschool.co.uk
Headteacher: Mrs Day. Deputy Headteacher: Mrs Downing
The Governors are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to join this friendly and happy one-form entry school. This is initially on a fixed-term contract until 31st August 2026, with the option to extend this, depending on budgetary constraints.
Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00-12:00 (term time only)
Salary: £10,282
Please note that you do not need to be a Catholic to work at Good Shepherd. We welcome all staff, regardless of their faith on the understanding that they support our Christian ethos.
We are looking for a candidate who can:
- Make a positive contribution to the Catholic ethos of the school
- Support the school’s values and vision
- Demonstrate the importance of speaking and listening as a way to move learning on and of developing children’s vocabulary
- Create a safe environment in the classroom and playground
- Develop effective professional relationships with all colleagues
- Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a positive learning environment
- Show initiative to adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of pupils
- Demonstrate they are a hard-working and committed individual who is willing to undertake additional reading and research to support themselves professionally
- Be nurturing and patient to enable children to thrive
In addition, the candidate must have Maths and English GCSEs (grade C/5 or above), good spoken English and be computer literate.
Good Shepherd can offer you:
- A calm and supportive working environment in line with our Christian values
- Positive and happy children who enjoy learning
- Excellent opportunities for CPD and to develop your career
- Welcoming, friendly and supportive colleagues
Closing date: 10am Thursday 10th July
Job description & Person specification.
Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children is paramount and all staff are expected to share this commitment. Any offer of employment is subject to two satisfactory professional references, medical clearance, an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check (DBS), online checks and evidence of eligibility to work in the UK. All of the above checks must have been completed before the start of employment.
We welcome visits to our school. Please telephone to arrange a convenient time.
Applicants must complete a CES application form available from the school website. Please note that this should be completed electronically rather than handwritten and artificial intelligence (AI) supporting statements will not be accepted. Completed forms should be returned to the School Business Manager by email: sbm@goodshepherd.croydon.sch.uk .