1:1 Teaching Assistant Level 1 (Forsbrook CE Primary School)

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking two dedicated teaching assistants to join their team and make a positive impact on young lives. These full-time positions involve supporting children with additional needs in a nurturing environment. The school prides itself on a collaborative community, fostering growth and development for both staff and students. With a commitment to continuous professional development and a family-like atmosphere, this role is perfect for those who are passionate about education and eager to contribute to a vibrant learning community. If you are caring, patient, and willing to go the extra mile, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Continuous professional development

Friendly staff team

Supportive school community

Qualifications

• Passion for making a difference in children's lives.
• Ability to collaborate with parents and teachers.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering a bespoke curriculum.
• Provide 1:1 support to children in the reception class.

Skills

Experience with children with additional needs

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work effectively in a team

Skills to analyze behavior

Caring and patient attitude

Job description

Forsbrook CE Primary School are seeking to appoint 2 enthusiastic and motivated individuals who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children.

We require:

1. Two 1:1 class teaching assistants to work within our reception class, supporting the class teacher in delivering a bespoke curriculum. Experience working with children with additional needs is essential.
2. One 1:1 TA from 04.06.2025 and one from 01.09.2025. Both are full-time, temporary positions until 31.08.2026.

Candidate qualities:

• High expectations of children's achievements and a strong commitment to the school community.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Understanding of supporting children with additional needs.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels.
• Ability to collaborate with parents, teachers, and external agencies.
• Skills to analyse behaviour and provide social and emotional support.
• Caring, patient, and attentive to individual needs.
• Willingness to go the extra mile.

We offer:

• A talented, hardworking, and friendly staff team.
• Motivated and happy children eager to learn.
• A forward-thinking school providing meaningful opportunities.
• Continuous professional development.
• A stimulating, family-like working environment.

Application process:

Application forms and job/person specifications are available from the school office. Completed applications should be sent to [e-mail].

Closing date: Friday 30.05.2025 at 12:00 noon.

Interviews: Friday 13.06.2025.

Safeguarding:

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. It is an offence to apply if barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further details are available from the school or at www.homeoffice.gov.uk/dbs.

As part of KCSIE 2022, we will conduct an online search as part of our due diligence on all applicants.