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Teaching Assistant wanted at Formby High School
- Formby Bubble
- 6 hours ago
- 2 min read
A vacancy has arisen at Formby High School for a Teaching Assistant.
Salary:
Actual starting salary is £16,028 per annum. (NJC Scalepoint 5, 28 hours per week and term time only).
Job type:
Full Time, Part Time, Fixed Term
Start date:
01/09/2025
Apply by:
27 June 2025
Job overview
Formby High School is a heavily oversubscribed 11-18 mixed comprehensive academy with 1,100 students (including over 230 in sixth form). The school’s motto ‘determined to achieve’ is central to our vision for all aspects of school life, in and out of the classroom, and across the community. The school employs over 140 dedicated and highly effective teaching and support staff who work closely with parents to achieve the best possible outcomes for our students. Formby High School was judged to be Good across all areas in the most recent Ofsted inspection (November 2022). The report highlights how our students are ‘inspired to succeed’ and ‘proud to attend their school’.
Formby High School was named TES Inclusive School of the Year in June 2023. We are extremely proud of this accolade which highlights our inclusive, supportive and tolerant culture. In September 2024, our ‘Reaching High’ SEN Unit will open, and a building project is underway to provide a purpose-built, nurturing, learning space for these young people which will open later in the academic year.
To find further information about the school please visit our website www.formbyhighschool.com
Formby High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. The successful applicant will need to be DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checked to Enhanced level and personal details will be cross-referenced in line with the school’s Safeguarding Policy. We also carry out online checks on shortlisted candidates in line with our Safer Recruitment Policy.
Where are we?
Based in the beautiful coastal town of Formby, about 15 miles north of Liverpool, with good road links (M57/M58) and within 5 minutes walk from Formby and Freshfield train stations, we want to attract the very best teaching and support staff to our school.
We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who is:
enthusiastic, pro-active, well organised and flexible
able to relate to and engage with young people with Special Educational Needs
a team player
willing to be part of the wider school community
We can offer:
very welcoming and supportive staff team with a positive and inclusive school culture
students who are engaged, motivated and respectful
a focus on staff wellbeing and welfare
excellent transport links from Liverpool, Preston and Manchester
How to apply:
Apply by using the TES application process
For further information please contact Kelly Rhymes, HR Officer on k.rhymes@formbyhighschool.com
All applications must be received by 09:00am on Friday 27th June 2025.
Final Selection w/c 30th June 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
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