The posting
About this Role
Due to 2 of our brilliant teaching assistants beginning their teaching careers, we are looking for someone to join our team as a Teaching Assistant. We want someone who will bring enthusiasm and a commitment to children's learning to our school. The ideal candidate must have teaching assistant experience and ideally be qualified to Level 2/3 or have have experience of covering classes across the school.
The contract is on a permanent basis, 31 hours 15 minutes per week, term-time only, 39 working weeks per annum (including training days). We would consider a Level 2 or Level 3 candidate, dependent upon qualifications and experience.
The right candidate will need to be adaptable, enthusiastic, highly motivated and have the ability to work effectively as part of a team. They must demonstrate full commitment to the school, its ethos and the aim to raise standards. They must be committed to undergo relevant training for the role such as first aid or other medical training.
You will assist the class teacher in the delivery of High Quality First Teaching, as well as supporting children one-to-one/small groups in the classroom and leading interventions. This position will be working across the school in Early Years, KS1 and KS2, we would therefore encourage applications from candidates with experience in all areas. The role will also include a half hour lunch supervision.
The ideal candidate will have:
The ability to build good relationships with children, parents/carers and colleagues
Commitment to equal opportunities
The ability to work effectively as part of a team but also be able to use your own initiative
Good organisational and time-management skills
Patience, a positive outlook and a great sense of humour
Excellent communication skills, including high levels of spoken and written Standard English
GCSEs in Maths and English and high standards of literacy (desirable not essential)
Benefits include:
A caring, nurturing and welcoming ethos.
Enthusiastic and polite children.
Opportunities to train/work with other academies within the Diamond Learning Partnership Trust to share best practice and resources;
A friendly, experienced and professional team;
Ongoing and individualised professional development.
A caring and supportive working environment.
Our school is part of the Diamond Learning Partnership Trust, a thriving group of primary schools committed to excellence and equity in education. As part of the Trust, you will have access to a wide range of support, training, and career development opportunities.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. To arrange a visit or to request an application pack, please contact the school office on 01480 479890.
If you would like to discuss the role or visit the Academy before applying, we would be delighted to welcome you. To make an appointment please contact the school office on 01480 479890 or email [email protected]
Diamond Learning Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants are thanked for their interest in this post. Please note that only the candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted.
