Job Introduction
Would you like to join an inclusive and caring school?
An exciting opportunity has arisen at St. James’ CEC Primary School in the beautiful town of Emsworth.
We are a warm and friendly, inclusive primary school with a strong community ethos. Our mission statement is ‘Loving Learning, Loving life, Loving God’s World’ and all the work we do is underpinned by our Christian values of Compassion, Courage and Respect.
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic teaching assistant, on a fixed term basis, to join our friendly, professional team. The teaching assistant will be a proactive member of our team, supporting all pupils to make their best possible progress, including pupils with an Education Health and Care Plan. This will involve ensuring pupil’s safety, supporting pupils to flourish within our curriculum, utilising their academic strengths and interests whilst supporting their social-emotional development and carrying out small group tasks and identified interventions.
The role is for 27.5 hours per week and is suitable for candidates interested in the role on a full-time or part-time basis.
The successful applicant will:
- Enjoy working independently and with initiative
- Be flexible, proactive and resourceful
- Be a team player, who can demonstrate good interpersonal skills and can work closely with other members of the classroom team
- Demonstrate excellent behaviour management skills and pastoral care
- Be committed to high standards of personal and professional development
- Support our Christian ethos and values
We will offer you:
- Children who are polite, happy and confident in their learning
- A school that values every member of staff and is committed to ongoing professional development and well being
- The chance to make a real difference to the lives of our pupils
- A strong, professional team of enthusiastic, experienced staff.
If you are passionate about making a difference to every child, then we are looking for you!
Application procedure
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and recommended. To arrange a visit or request further details please contact the school office either by phone on 01243 372715 or by emailing adminoffice@st-james-emsworth.hants.sch.uk
The application form, job description and person specification are attached to this advert.
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.
