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If you are looking for a position where you can really make a difference in a child-centred trust, and if you want to be part of a collaborative team, then Priory Fields School is the place for you!
We wish to appoint a confident Teaching Assistant, who has an open mind and a big heart! We are looking for someone who is friendly and approachable, able to work on their own initiative and to manage their time effectively and who is driven to provide opportunities and enjoyment for children allowing us all to achieve together.
The successful candidate will be supporting children in class as well as working with small groups and individuals to provide additional support under the direction of the class teacher and SENCo.
Hours - 34 hours per week (8:30-3:30 and one night until 5pm to run an after school club.)
The ideal candidate should:
1. Share the school values and be prepared to put the children at the heart of everything
2. Have the knowledge and skills to work with EYFS and KS1 children
3. Be prepared to work with some children 1:1, who are working significantly below their peers or may present challenging behaviour.
4. Understand the importance of a wide and varied curriculum and share the belief that learning changes lives
5. Be aspirational and keen to continue to learn and develop their skills
6. Have a good standard of education
7. Be a team player, willing to share ideas and spread happiness (with a good sense of humour)
8. Demonstrate a genuine interest in, and sensitivity to, children's individual needs. You will be expected to have a positive impact on the children you work with and the school as a whole.
In return, we can offer:
9. A friendly, dedicated and supportive team of staff who thrive on challenge and having fun; who work closely together to improve the quality of achievement and enjoyment for all pupils
10. A thorough induction programme and good professional development opportunities
11. Happy and enthusiastic children who are eager to learn.
If you would like the opportunity to visit the school, or discuss any questions regarding the post, please contact Katie Banes at Priory Fields to arrange this.