
Penketh High School is an oversubscribed community facing school that is determined to support the academic and holistic development of pupils in order that they leave the school with a strong skillset and positive life chances. The culture of the school is underpinned by an academically rigorous curriculum, high expectations and standards, as well as a multitude of enrichment opportunities. All these aspects of school life are aligned with the capabilities of our outstanding young people.
The school is focused on providing the very best provision for pupils by supporting the professional development of staff, offering a comprehensive and focused CPD programme and encouraging staff to engage with external, nationally recognised professional qualifications.
Take a look at our current vacancies below.
Teaching Assistant (linked to pupil funding) Level 2
Required – as soon as possible
Salary Range Grade 4 point 6 to 7 £16,853 to £17,548 (actual salary)
Term Time Only plus 5 days, 33 hours per week (Monday to Thursday 8.15am to 3.30pm & Friday 9.00am to 3.30pm)
We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to support a child with additional needs. Permanent or until the child leaves the school (either voluntarily or be subject to a permanent exclusion); no longer requires your support or the funding is reviewed, whichever is the sooner.
The job description, person specification and application form can be downloaded from www.penkethhigh.org For any further details please contact HR on 01925 720264 or email hr@penkethhigh.org
Penketh High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Closing date: Monday 2nd October 2023 (noon)
Interview Date: TBC

Teaching Assistant Level 3 – 2 posts
Required – as soon as possible
Salary Range Grade 5 pt 8 – 14 £19,591 – £22,349 (actual salary)
Term Time Only plus 5 days, 37 hours per week (Monday to Thursday 8.15am to 4.15pm & Friday 8.15am to 3.45pm)
We are seeking to appoint two Teaching Assistants to support a child with additional needs. Permanently or until the child leaves the school (either voluntarily or be subject to a permanent exclusion); no longer requires your support or the funding is reviewed, whichever is the sooner.
50% of your assigned timetable will be dedicated to supporting and supervising the individual pupil, whilst remaining scheduled time will be to support other learners with additional needs across their subject lessons in school. Time allocated outside teaching hours will be allocated to providing support and supervision to pupils and completing necessary administration.
The job description, person specification and application form can be downloaded from www.penkethhigh.org For any further details please contact HR on 01925 720264 or email hr@penkethhigh.org
Penketh High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Closing date: Monday 2nd October 2023 (noon)
Interview Date : TBC

Casual Exam Invigilator
Closing Date: Thursday 30 November 2023
Required from March 2024
Salary: Grade 2, SCP 3 (£12.41 per Hour Including Holiday Pay) (Pay Award Pending)
Casual Hours as Required During Exam Periods
Penketh High School is an oversubscribed community facing school that is determined to support the academic and holistic development of pupils in order that they leave the school with a strong skillset and positive life chances. The culture of the school is underpinned by an academically rigorous curriculum, high expectations and standards, as well as a multitude of enrichment opportunities. All of these aspects of school life are aligned with the capabilities of our outstanding young people.
We are seeking to appoint enthusiastic individuals to our Causal Invigilation Team, to assist the Exams and Data Manager in the proper conduct of examination sessions in line with JCQ regulations, through effective and proper implementation of Awarding Organisation invigilation duties.
We are looking for professional, hardworking and reliable candidates, who have good organisation and communication skills and who are committed to inclusively supporting young people in their examinations and assessments. A willingness to contribute to other areas of school life would be welcome. You will also be expected to commit to a large proportion of hours in the November, and between March and June (inclusive), in addition to other ad hoc hours that may arise through the year.
Owing to the common exam timetable used by the Awarding Organisations across the UK, this post is not suitable for individuals currently employed as an exam invigilator at another centre.
Penketh High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Additional information can be found in the recruitment pack. An application form can be downloaded from www.penkethhigh.org/vacancies
