AddressSTOBERRY PARK SCHOOL
CLASS TEACHING ASSISTANT
PERSON SPECIFICATION
KEY SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE
EssentialDesirable
An understanding attitude towards all children Understanding of child development
Ability to use a range of strategies to support Knowledge of the National Curriculum
children’s learning Experience of the use of ICT in children’s learning
Explain tasks clearly & effectively Offer a range of skills & personal interests
Good organisational skills
Ability to deliver learning under the direction of the
class teacher
Understanding of issues related to child protection
Effectively engage & communicate with colleagues,
children & carers
Work co-operatively with colleagues
WORK EXPERIENCE
Essential Desirable
Experience of working with children (ideally in the Ability to offer a range of experience of working with
primary phase) children in different settings
Experience of helping to develop children’s social and
emotional learning
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential Desirable
Evidence of education in English & Maths to GCSE C NVQ Level 2 or above or other relevant TA training
standard (or equivalent) Evidence of higher qualifications relevant to the post
Training in relevant learning strategies
First Aid qualification
Additional personal interests & skills (e.g. sport/art)
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential
Ability to work as part of a strong, committed team
An understanding of the importance of confidentiality
A calm, supportive approach
Ability to work using own initiative & independently
Flexibility & enthusiasm
Empathy
At Stoberry Park School, the health, safety and wellbeing of every child is our top priority. We expect all staff,
Governors, parent/carers and visitors to share this commitment to safeguarding our pupils.
