Required to start as soon as possible. This post is fixed term until 31 August 2026.
We are seeking to appoint a friendly and caring teaching assistant to be part of our team. This post will be based in our KS2 classes for the foreseeable future, but we do ask for applicants who are open to moving to other year groups if and when required. Due to this, we are asking for applicants who are confident in the upper KS2 maths and English curriculum.
We are looking to find someone who will work closely with our teachers to get to know our children, giving energy and commitment to each child to help them reach their full potential. We expect our staff to be able to calm and nurture children, provide positive behaviour management and be able to support their social and emotional needs as well as their academic achievement. We are an inclusive school, and our children are at the heart of everything we do.
The role would suit someone with experience of working with children, either at an individual level or within the classroom environment. You will work as part of a team, under the direction of the class teacher and senior staff, to ensure all children are receiving the best possible education to reach their full potential.
Our new teaching assistant needs to:
• Have an awareness of a child’s development.
• Be able to support children in groups, in a 1:1 capacity as well as within a whole class setting.
• Be confident with the upper KS2 maths and English curriculum.
• Demonstrate a drive for excellence in all aspects of school life.
• Be able to recognise and build on the strengths of all children whilst nurturing their wellbeing.
In return, we can offer:
• Children who are keen to learn, look after each other and are proud of their school.
• A supportive and dedicated staff team, who are passionate about providing our children with the best learning opportunities.
• The chance to be a member of an aspirational and forward-looking team.
• Professional development opportunities to enhance career aspirations.
Bowhill Primary School is a large, popular school situated on the outskirts of Exeter. Our ethos is based on developing a sense of community, aspiring to excellence, demonstrating a responsibility shown by all and respecting our environment. We have a very supportive community and are striving to achieve high standards in everything that we do.
Exeter Learning Academy Trust (ELAT) is a partnership of primary schools based in Exeter. The Trust currently has four schools: Alphington Primary School, Bowhill Primary School, Ide Primary School and St Thomas Primary School.
We are a people-focused organisation with strong principles of enabling every child and adult within our Trust to thrive. We have high aspirations for all our children, regardless of their starting point, and, in turn, expect our staff to have high aspirations of themselves. We believe that our strength lies in working together and using our collective skills and expertise to benefit the children in our schools.
If you would like any further information, an informal conversation or to arrange a school tour, please contact the Headteacher at Bowhill Primary School on 01392 206585.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We encourage you to read our Safeguarding Policy before applying. We will ask for references and conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. This role also requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
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