Teaching Assistant

Job Reference #

EDV/2026/FHS/02199

Location

Bitham Lane, Stretton, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 0HB

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Full-Time

Salary

£26,847.00 - £28,153.00 Annually (FTE)

Support Pay Scale (Points 6 -9) Actual Salary: £23,312 - £24,446 Per Annum

Hours Per Week

37

Weeks Per Year

Term-Time Only plus Inset Days

Closing Date

Midnight, Fri 30th Oct, 2026

Start Date

04/01/2027

Positions Available

2

Positions Available 2

Interview Date(s)

W/C 09/11/2026

Interview Date(s) W/C 09/11/2026

About this Role

Job Title: Teaching Assistant

**Location:**The Fountains High School

Grade/Scale: Support

Contract: 37 hours per week, term time only (including inset days)

Fountains High School is a successful and nurturing special school committed to providing outstanding education and support for young people with a wide range of additional needs. We pride ourselves on creating a safe, inclusive and aspirational environment where every pupil is valued, encouraged and supported to reach their full potential.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and other professionals to support pupils' learning, wellbeing and independence, helping to make a positive difference to their education and everyday lives. A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is essential.

Please see the attached Application pack including a Welcome from The Head Teacher and more information about The Fountains High School and Esteem MAT.

Please review the attached Job Description to learn more about the role and what we are looking for in the successful candidate.

Benefits Include:

• LGPS Pension Scheme (16.6% employer contributions)

• Generous holiday entitlement

• Access to Westfield Health membership scheme including cashback schemes for health and retail benefits, discounted gym memberships, and free confidential advice.

• Access to National College CPD platform.

• Access to My Money Matters Financial Wellbeing Platform

• Enhanced Maternity Pay

For further information, please contact Harriette Lyon (School Business Manager) on [email protected]

We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates upon application and may close the application process prior to this date

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status.

Perfection is not required, if you are excited by the role and our organisation, but not sure if you meet 100% of the criteria, we would still love to hear from you!