Teaching Assistant (Maternity Cover)
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School:
Mowden Hall School -
Location:
Northumberland -
Salary:
11924 -
Hours:
24 -
Contractual Status:
Temporary -
Closing Date:
8th Dec 2025
An opportunity has arisen whereby we are now looking to appoint an inspiring, enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to join our Pre-Prep department on a fixed term contract. Hours of work are 8:00am to 4:00pm Monday, Tuesday and Wednesdays, from January to October 2026.
About You
We are looking to appoint an inspiring, enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant, qualified to a minimum of Level 3, who can work with, and support, the Pre-Prep staff at Mowden Hall to promote the highest standards of teaching and learning.
To apply, please complete the Mowden Hall Application Form, together with a letter outlining your reasons for applying, by 5pm on Monday, 8 December 2025. Interviews will take place w/c 15th December 2025.
For an initial discussion regarding the role, please contact Mrs Kirsten Knight, Head of Pre-Prep, on 01661 842147 or email: kknight@mowdenhall.org.uk.
Please apply early; we reserve the right to close applications when we reach a sufficient level and quantity of candidates.
No agencies please.
Supporting documents
Teaching Assistant - Recruitment PackMowden Hall School
Mowden Hall is a leading independent, co-educational boarding and day school for 230 children aged 2 to 13, nestled in the picturesque Northumberland countryside, just fifteen miles west of Newcastle. The Pre-Prep and Nursery are located on the same site and share excellent facilities with the Prep School, fostering a seamless learning environment. The Prep School embraces a strong boarding ethos, with a significant number of pupils choosing to board.
Set within 50 acres of stunning grounds with breathtaking views across the Tyne Valley, Mowden offers a rich and holistic educational experience. We believe that education extends beyond the classroom, as we encourage the development of skills, passions and interests. While academic excellence is a cornerstone of our ethos, equal importance is placed on sport and a vibrant extracurricular programme to nurture well-rounded individuals.
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