Teaching Assistant

Starcross Primary School; Exeter; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing professional development

Part-time, term-time contract

Job summary

Starcross Primary School in Exeter is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to work closely with the class teacher, providing one-to-one support for individual pupils, including those with SEND, and assisting small groups across the curriculum.

You will help create a positive and inclusive learning environment, support safeguarding and pupil welfare, and contribute to a welcoming, patient, and collaborative school community.

Qualifications

• Experience with working with children, particularly those with SEND, desirable.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children and adults.
• Friendly, caring, approachable and patient.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support for individual pupils.
• Foster a positive, inclusive learning environment for all pupils.
• Contribute to safeguarding and welfare of children and young people, ensuring needs are met in line with guidelines.
• Be a caring, approachable adult in busy school life.

Skills

Experience with children

SEND experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Calm demeanor

Safeguarding

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our team. This role involves working closely with the class teacher to provide one-to-one support for individual pupils, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), and when possible, supporting small groups across a range of abilities and curriculum areas.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience with working with children, particularly those with SEND (desirable).
• Has the ability to build positive relationships with children and adults.
• Is friendly, caring, approachable and patient.
• Has strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Can be a calm and supportive presence.
• Enjoys being around children and is committed to safeguarding
• Brings a positive attitude and a genuine love of school life.

In this role you will:

• Provide tailored support to pupils, helping them access learning and achieve their goals.
• Foster a positive, inclusive learning environment for all pupils.
• Contribute to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people, ensuring their personal care needs are met in line with local and national guidelines.
• Be a caring, approachable adult in the busy heart of school life.

We offer

• A role where your work really matters - make a meaningful impact on children’s wellbeing every day
• A rewarding role in a positive environment
• The opportunity to work in a team who are invested in growing the potential of others
• Competitive package with generous career average pension scheme with employer contributions of c 17%*
• A part-time, term time only contract working 39 weeks per year
• Ongoing professional development

*contribution rates set by the Local Government Pension Scheme

The closing date for applications is Monday 9th November at 9.00 am. Interviews will be held the same week. If you have any questions about this opportunity or would like to book a visit, please contact us at [e-mail].

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