Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Grade 3 (Point 4 to 6) £23,114 to £23,893 pro-rata

27.5 hours per week (Term time only), required asap.

Fixed term for 1 year (Possibility to extend dependant on funding)

Reference: L2TA-LOX202404

We are seeking to point an enthusiastic, hardworking and committed Teaching Assistant to join our team.

As a 1:1 SEN Support Teaching Assistant you will:

• Providing one to one support for a child with significant additional learning needs
• Be able to work to support the Teacher in achieving high standards in the classroom.
• Be able to demonstrate excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Be committed to inclusive practice and believe that every child will succeed.
• Work effectively as part of the teams with in the school
• Be driven to have high expectations of yourself and others.

In return we can offer:

• A lively, enthusiastic and supportive team
• An energetic mix of pupils who are very proud of Loxdale Primary School
• Excellent CPD opportunities.

Loxdale Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.  The post required an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and an online search as per our Safer recruitment procedures.

This position is open to internal and external candidates.   Previous applicants should contact the school before applying.

Closing date: 10pm on Thursday 25^th April 2024
Task and Interviews: 30^th April 2024 and 2^nd May 2024 (Subject to change)

To apply for this position please save your completed application form with a filename that includes your full name and reference number L2TA-LOX202404 and email it to loxdaleprimaryschool@wolverhampton.gov.uk.

Application forms are available on the vacancies page of the school website.

www.loxdaleprimaryschool.co.uk/vacancies

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As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the essential criteria for the post. 

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Attached documents
Job Description and Person Specification