Job Introduction
Kesteven & Grantham Girls' School are looking for a Teaching Assistant to join their team.
To start January 2026 or possibly earlier
30 –37 hours per week. 38 weeks a year, (term time only)
Grade 3.6 to Grade 3.9 Pro Rata Salary at 30 hours £16,857 - £17,669
Grade 3.6 to Grade 3.9 Pro Rata Salary at 37 hours £20,790 - £21,790
(Full time position or Part-time job share with another suitable candidate)
We are seeking to appoint a Designated Teaching Assistant to work within the SEND Department which caters for pupils with SEND, complex and/or additional needs. The post-holder will be required to support the physical needs and personal care of a hardworking and conscientious individual student. The post holder will also enjoy being part of a progressive, supportive and positive team.
The successful candidate will have at least GCSE English & Maths at Grade C+ or 4+ and a willingness and ability to undertake any necessary training essential for the post. Recent Manual handling training is desirable; however, training will be provided.
The successful candidate will be expected to support the student in the classroom as well as around the school; to provide personal care and intervention; and communicate effectively with the SEND team and parents. We would particularly welcome applications from candidates with previous experience of supporting pupils with SEND needs/disabilities within the classroom.
Kesteven and Grantham Girls’ students are enthusiastic and highly motivated whilst the school’s ethos is supportive in ensuring students are happy, appropriately challenged, enjoy their learning and achieve well.
If you feel you can inspire, challenge and achieve at KGGS then we would be delighted to hear from you.
Closing date for applications: noon on Thursday 16th October 2025
Please note that KGGS reserves the right to interview and make an appointment prior to the closing date.
Application forms and further information, including our Privacy Notice for job applicants, can be downloaded from our school website www.kggs.org.
Please return the application form along with a covering letter, (no longer than 2 sides of A4), explaining why you are a strong candidate for the post we have available indicating if you are applying for a full-time or part-time (job share) position, to:
Mrs Elizabeth Davis, PA to the Headteacher
KGGS, Sandon Road, Grantham, Lincolnshire NG31 9AU
Telephone: 01476 563017 Ext 172
E-mail: staffedavis@kggs.org
Website: www.kggs.org
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children consequently an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) will be required.
All applicants are invited to complete the Diversity and Equal Opportunity Monitoring Form, which should be returned to staffedavis@kggs.org . This form is anonymous and is not part of the selection/interview process.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
