Teaching assistant

Our School – A pathway to grow, be curious and discover Homerswood Primary and Nursery is a small community school located on the northern outskirts of Welwyn Garden City in Hertfordshire. Our intake comes from the immediate Knightsfield and AL8 area. We are organised into eight year groups – from Nursery through to Year 6. Additionally we have developed an internal alternative provision (Oak Room) to support children on their pathway to a specialist setting. Our fantastic facilities include spacious classrooms, a large hall, two playgrounds, two woodland areas and a large field – all of which provide a happy and vibrant environment where our pupils can learn and grow. More recently we have invested in our early years facilities – comprising a brand-new building and outside area – for our Nursery and Reception pupils. We are committed to our vision of “ A pathway to grow, be curious and discover ” and our curriculum is designed to be pupil led. There are many leadership opportunities across the school for children such as House Captains, School Council, Sports Leader or Pupil Leaders. Pupils are also involved in leading assemblies, curriculum development and selecting after-school/lunchtime clubs. By the end of their journey at Homerswood, our aim is to have confident, resilient and articulate pupils who are ready to move on to the next phase of their education. The Role We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, creative and fun Teaching Assistant, primarily based in Early Years to join our team as soon as possible. An Early Years qualification would be desirable but not essential. This is for 31 hours and 25 minutes per week (8.30am until 3.30pm) with a 15 minute break and half an hour for lunch. You will also be required to carry out half an hour lunchtime supervisory duties (included in your hours). We can offer - A friendly and enthusiastic staff team who support all that join us - A good school, with good resources, attractive classrooms and well behaved children. - An inclusive school where staff feel supported to personalise learning - A creative curriculum Experience of working in a school is preferable but not essential. Visits to Homerswood are always welcomed and hugely encouraged. We look forward to hearing from you.