AddressAre you looking to make a difference?
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to join our team for September ‘24 or sooner.
The successful candidate will work with children from across the school, falling under the line management of the Assistant Head/SENCo. Duties and responsibilities can range from supporting children on a 1:1 basis in a key worker role to delivering targeted interventions and also supporting teaching & learning in classrooms, as well as supporting at lunch time.
We are looking for someone who:
- is patient, reflective and nurturing;
- has excellent communication and interpersonal skills and will work closely and collaborate with colleagues;
- is committed to supporting individual pupils with a range of strengths and special educational needs;
- has excellent literacy and numeracy skills (ideally, with GCSE at grade C or above in both subjects);
- is positive and resilient;
- is excited by the future and keen to develop themselves as a practitioner.
We can offer you:
- a welcoming community where staff, parents and governors are dedicated to working together to achieve sustainable improvement and the best outcomes for every child;
- motivated and friendly children;
- high quality training and strong support from our staff team.
Previous experience in supporting children in a primary school setting or working to support children’s differing needs would be advantageous.
Contract/Hours: up to 32.5 hours per week. This post will be permanent, with a six-month probation period. Additional hours also available, working in our Before and After School Club.
Salary Type: Grade 4 based on 32.5 hours per week - £17, 023.
“Charlton Primary School and The Vale Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and preventing extremism. We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory “Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Check. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches for publicly available information.
The Vale Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from a range of backgrounds to represent diversity in line with our schools’ community.”
Equality and diversity employment statement
The Vale Academy Trust is committed to promoting equality, valuing diversity and working inclusively, we uphold these principles in our behaviour and working practices. We recognise the value of a workforce which is diverse and inclusive.
No job applicant, temporary worker or employee will receive less favourable treatment.
