Full time (5 days, 27.5 hours) or Part time (3 days, 16.5 hours) Teaching Assistant (Inclusive of SEND)
The Governors wish to make an appointment of a passionate, dedicated and caring teaching assistant to join our highly successful and very supportive team. This post is to start on the 1st September and, in the first instance, is temporary for a full academic year. The teaching assistant will be based in our Early Years Foundation Stage unit (however all staff appointed at the school must be flexible to work across the school and under the direction of the Headteacher). The successful candidate must be dedicated to providing the highest possible care and support to our young children, be committed to securing positive and caring relationships and develop a love of learning through play both indoors and outdoors. Through our school vision ‘respect, empower, grow’ we are committed that all members of our school family are empowered and encouraged to be the best they can be so that we can grow and flourish together. They will need to work well in a team and under the direction of the class teacher and leaders.
The successful candidate will:
*Be a team player who is supportive of the school’s Christian ethos, vision and values.
*Have a desire to learn and develop professionally alongside others and take on board advice and guidance.
*Assist and help to promote a creative and high quality and purposeful classroom environment.
*Have high expectations of themselves and the children, with the commitment and drive to raise standards.
*Be a caring practitioner and a positive role model who has excellent relationships with the children.
*Be committed to supporting all pupils, including those with SEND.
We can offer the successful candidate:
1. A friendly and welcoming three-form entry school with a skilled, committed and dedicated team to provide support.
2. Excellent support and guidance from our experienced and knowledgeable EYFS leader and other leaders.
3. Supportive and dedicated leaders including Governors.
4. A high-quality environment and resources.
5. A strong commitment to your professional development.
6. Wonderful and happy children who are respectful, who love to learn and who are a delight to teach.
Visits to the school are encouraged and will take place on Monday 7th July at 9.30am, please telephone the school to confirm your attendance. Closing date is Thursday 10th July at 12 noon and completed applications to be sent to the school or
Interviews will take place the week beginning 14th July .