KS1 Teaching Assistant Level 2

St Joseph's RC Primary (Salford); Salford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

St Joseph's RC Primary School in Salford is seeking an enthusiastic and caring Teaching Assistant to join our KS1 team. The successful applicant will have recent KS1 experience, support children in their learning, and uphold high standards across all areas of school life.

We value someone who is kind, flexible and committed to helping young children thrive; the role involves working as part of a dedicated team, forming positive relationships with parents, and supporting the Catholic ethos of the

Qualifications

• Recent experience of working with children in a KS1 setting.
• Kind, caring and flexible with a passion for helping young children learn.
• Ability to engage pupils and help them make progress.
• Willing to undertake training and professional development.
• Commitment to safeguarding and Catholic ethos.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality support enabling pupils to engage with school life.
• Work as part of a dedicated team and build relationships with parents.
• Support learning across KS1 and help pupils achieve progress.

Skills

KS1 experience

Caring and flexible

Passionate about learning

Team player

Good attendance

Education

NVQ Level 2

Maths & English Grade 4 or above

Job description

The Governors of St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and caring Teaching Assistant to join our school in KS1.

The person appointed will have experience of supporting children in their learning and will have high standards and expectations in all areas of school life.

We are looking for a person who:

• has recent experience of working with children in a KS1 setting
• is kind, caring and flexible
• has a passion for helping young children learn, thrive and achieve their full potential
• can provide high-quality support that enables all pupils to engage positively with school life and make excellent progress
• is a practicing Catholic/Christian or has a commitment to supporting the Catholic ethos of the school
• is able to work as part of a dedicated and enthusiastic team
• is able to form successful relationships with parents
• has enthusiasm and commitment
• has a proven track record of good attendance

The successful applicant must hold at least a NVQ Level 2 and/or Maths & English Grade 4 9 (C or above) and be willing to undertake training.

As a school we offer a friendly, supportive and committed staff team and good opportunities for professional development.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a fully enhanced DBS check.

If you have lived or worked abroad for 3 months or more in the last 5 years or 12 months or more (whether continuously or in total) in the last 10 years whilst aged 18 or over, please refer to the link below for details for how to obtain your Certificates of Good Character. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants

What we need from you if you are invited to interview:

• Passport/ID - You will be required to provide original documentation confirming your right to work in the UK. Successful candidates will also be required to provide proof of address.
• Qualifications/registrations if applicable for the role