Job Introduction
St Jude’s is a calm and happy school where both adults and children are valued and respected.
We are currently seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic teaching assistant to join our KS1 team. The role includes providing individual support for a child with an EHCP and wider classroom support as directed by the class teacher.
We are looking to appoint a person who is:
- experienced in working with children between the ages of 3-7 years and has a good understanding of child development
- able to relate well to both children and adults and have excellent interpersonal skills and a good sense of humour.
- demonstrates resilience and positivity
- prepared to go the extra mile to support all children in their care to make good progress in all areas of their development.
- Interested in furthering their own professional development.
This position requires the candidate to hold an Early Years Qualification at NVQ Level 2 or equivalent and have good literacy, numeracy skills and IT skills.
The person appointed will need to have empathy with the Catholic ethos of the school and see themselves as part of the whole community.
St Jude’s Catholic Primary School and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Safer Recruitment
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 will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
