Job Introduction
We are looking to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic and committed person to be part of our established and successful teaching assistant team. The post is fixed term until August 2025 and will comprise supporting the learning in class, working with individuals and groups of children in English, mathematics and other aspects of the curriculum, as well as preparing resources and assisting teachers in the day to day management of the classroom. You will also be required to work with pupils with special educational needs. Experience of working with SEN children, in particular Autism and ADHD, would be an advantage.
The successful candidate will:
- Have a good standard of English and mathematics and be able to demonstrate this at interview
- Have high expectations of children's progress and attainment
- Have a calm, positive and kind approach
- Have excellent communication skills, relating well to children, colleagues and parents
- Be able to work independently and with initiative to adapt learning as appropriate for the pupils
- Be resilient, flexible, resourceful and organized
- Be happy to work as part of a team with a positive 'can do' attitude
- Have an understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding procedures
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.
