We (St Mary and St Chad CE (VC) First School in Brewood) are looking for a Teaching Assistant to join our successful team to support the teaching and learning of children in the school. This will also include children with specific educational needs.
About the Role
This position is for 17.5 hours per week, working mornings Monday to Friday. It is a temporary role with a fixed term end date in December 2025.
Candidate Requirements
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
* A commitment to high expectations to meet the needs of all children
* Experience as an Early Years practitioner with the ability to ensure all children make good progress from their baseline
* Energy and enthusiasm
* Ability to work as part of a team
Employee Benefits
* Access to first-class CPD opportunities
* Career progression opportunities within the Penk Valley Academy Trust, which includes 7 schools
* Professional support through an Employee Assistance Programme
* Pension scheme with automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
* Discounted gym memberships
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Free will writing service
About Penk Valley Academy Trust
The Trust includes Marshbrook First School, Princefield First School, St John’s First School, St Mary & St Chad CE First School, Penkridge Middle School, Wolgarston High School, and The Rural Enterprise Academy.
Our vision, encapsulated in the motto ‘Learning Together’, is to work collaboratively to ensure every child receives an excellent education, achieves high outcomes, and realizes their potential. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment and undergo appropriate child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants will be required to declare all convictions and cautions relevant to working with children.
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