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SalaryKirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of Batley Parish CE Primary Academy
Required from September 2024
We are seeking to appoint an individual for September 2024 to take on the joint role of Cover Supervisor and Teaching Assistant. The position will be involve working across school and is temporary until August 2025.
At this key time in the Academy’s rapid development, we require an ambitious, determined and committed individual to secure further positive outcomes for our children, staff, families, and the wider community. Through good practice, enthusiasm for learning and the ability to inspire and motivate others, you will harness the key strengths and energy of this Christian Academy. The posts will provide opportunities to establish innovative ways of supporting and developing learning, underpinned by firm Christian values, as well as allowing the development of creative approaches and solutions which will further raise standards and create a climate of success for everyone.
As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a vital role in maintaining the smooth running of the school by covering lessons for absent teachers. Your responsibilities will include: delivering pre-prepared lessons, ensuring children remain engaged and focused, managing behaviour and fostering a productive classroom atmosphere, assisting children with their work and providing support as needed.
For the teaching assistant hours, this will involve supporting pupils, including those with SEND in the classroom, in either a small group or a 1:1 basis. The position will allow the successful candidate to work under the guidance of the SENDCO to implement and oversee agreed work programmes with individuals/groups, in or out of the classroom. This could include children who require detailed and specialist knowledge in particular areas and will also involve assisting the teacher in the whole planning cycle and the management/preparation of resources.
Visits to the school are welcome. Please telephone if you want to make an appointment and look at our website and ‘X’ pages to gain an insight to life at our Academy.
We are looking for someone who has:
- Experience of working as a Teaching Assistant/Cover Supervisor in a primary setting
- Good classroom management skills
- The ability to adapt to different classrooms and subjects
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- A passion for education and a commitment to improving children’s lives
We can offer you:
- Enthusiastic and happy learners who enjoy school
- A hardworking and supportive staff team who work well together
- Leadership who have an open-door policy and are visible in school
- A happy and caring school community
- A commitment to support your continued professional development
- An atmosphere of humour, warmth and welcome every day
- A caring and dedicated governing body
If you wish to apply for the position, please complete the application and return by email to the School Business Manager at julie.lockwood@batleyparish.enhanceacad.org.uk
Closing Date: Thursday 11th July (9am)
Interviews: Thursday 18th July 2024
The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to obtain an Enhanced check for Regulated Activity from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
