Teaching Assistant with Speech and Language Specialism (Primary) - 32.5 hours per week 39 weeks per year Grade: 5 Teaching Assistant- Permanent We are looking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Teaching Assistant to work mornings in class and afternoons delivering Speech and Language interventions, as well as other interventions as the need arises. The morning role will involve working closely with the class teachers and other teaching assistants within the school and will include planning and preparation of resources and supporting small groups or individuals. There may also be a requirement to teach a Read Write Inc phonics group. During afternoon sessions, the successful candidate will support pupils with communication difficulties on a one-to-one or small group basis, following care plans provided to you. We would love to hear from you if you: Are keen to work in a supportive, learning environment Work well in a team Are able to bring energy and enthusiasm to the role Experience of promoting children’s speech and language skills would be beneficial, as well as knowledge and understanding of phonics interventions. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and a commitment to enriching the learning experience for our pupils. We are looking for someone who will engage themselves with the children. All applicants will undergo enhanced DBS checks and take up references and if possible, telephone the people named on your application form. All members of staff will be expected to uphold the highest standards of pupil safeguarding and confidentiality. Wistaston Academy has a duty of care to the children in our charge and we must do everything we can to provide a safe and caring environment whilst they are at School. 'All those who come into contact with children and families in their everyday work, including practitioners who do not have a specific role in relation to child protection, have a duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children.’ DfE Wistaston Academy application forms must be used for the application and these are to be returned by post to Wistaston Academy, Moreton Road, Crewe, Cheshire CW2 8QS or to the e-mail - recruitment@wistastonacademytrust.co.uk. School telephone number is 01270 910500 For further information about our school, please go to the school website. Closing date: Closing date: 9am on Monday 8 th September How to apply Please apply via school website https://www.wistastonacademytrust.co.uk/page/current-vacancies/14808