Teaching Assistant - Moat House Primary School

    Moat House School is a 2 form entry, Primary School and offers a good education within a            caring school community, where children enjoy their learning.  All of the staff are committed to      our children to ensure they are being given opportunities to participate in a broad and                    balanced curriculum and encouraging them to achieve their full potential, in our vibrant school.
Our ValuesMoat House Primary School is situated in the North-East of Coventry.  Our vision and values are at the core of everything we do. "Working Together" we are committed to learning in a happy, secure atmosphere where everyone respects and cares for each other.  
What is the job role?Teaching Assistant

32.5 hours per week.  Monday - Friday.  Term Time Only (39 Weeks)

Permanent - working pattern to be agreed at interview

The Headteacher and Governing Body at Moat House Primary School are looking to recruit an experienced and motivated Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and dedicated team. 

You will support the class teacher and work with the children in the classroom, to help them access teaching and learning and achieve their full potential, this may include working with small groups of children under the guidance of the class teacher. You should have good literacy and numeracy skills and a good level of knowledge and understanding of SEND and experience of working with children with a range of needs.

In addition to the typical TA responsibilities, this position will also involve on a day to day basis, assisting our Learning Mentor in their role as attendance lead. Under their guidance, this will include supporting the children who attend our Breakfast Club, greeting children that may be late to school, carrying out home visits with the Learning Mentor and working with targeted children and families to improve attendance and help overcome any barriers.

 
Who are we looking for?Who are we looking for:

An experienced TA (minimum of NVQ Level 2)
A friendly team member, who is supportive and happy to work as part of a team
Committed to support children and their families to establish positive relationships and help them overcome barriers to learning
Positive, flexible and forward thinking and willing to “go the extra mile”
Motivated to help our children reach their full potential

If this is you, we would love to meet you

We have a strong commitment to professional development and strive to support people to be the best they can be in their roles in school. Induction and training (as required), will be provided to support the successful candidate.

A tour of the school is welcomed and strongly encouraged.  To arrange a tour of our school please email cmottram@moathouse.coventry.sch.uk

Closing date: Sunday 21st April 2024

Interview date: Week Commencing: 22nd April 2024

For further information regarding the role or to arrange a visit please speak with Claire Mottram, School Business Manager, 02476 612073 cmottram@moathouse.coventry.sch.uk

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young  people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful  candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.

       Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for          an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online              search may form part of this recruitment process.