Teaching Assistant

The Methodist Church in Britain; London Borough of Croydon; Sur place; GBP 12 000 - 15 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Generous holiday allowance

Work life and family friendly policies

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Career pathways and talent management

Access to a staff benefits portal

Outer London Weighting Allowance

Résumé du poste

The Methodist Church in Britain is seeking a Teaching Assistant at Chestnut Park Primary School in the Chalklands Cluster. The role runs term-time only, 35 hours per week, 08:30–16:00 on weekdays, with visa sponsorship not available.

You will support pupils with learning, including those with SEN, and work with colleagues across the cluster. Key requirements include GCSE Maths and English (C or above) and a collaborative, positive approach to helping children reach their potential.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at grade C or above.
• Experience of working with children with SEN.

Responsabilités

• Support the class teacher in delivering an engaging curriculum.
• Support pupils' learning and development in an inclusive classroom.
• Share expertise and experience with colleagues across the Chalklands Cluster.

Connaissances

Relationship building

Calm under pressure

Clear communication

Team player

Formation

GCSE Maths and English (Grade C+)

Description du poste

A Teaching Assistant post at Chestnut Park Primary School, part of the Chalklands Cluster within GLF Schools, supporting the class teacher. The core work is helping pupils access an engaging curriculum and supporting their learning and development, including children with special educational needs. The role is term-time only, 35 hours a week from 08:30 to 16:00 on weekdays, and includes working with colleagues across the cluster. Visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Support the class teacher in delivering an engaging curriculum
• Support pupils' learning and development in an inclusive classroom
• Share expertise and experience with colleagues across the Chalklands Cluster

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at grade C or above

Experience

• Experience of working with children with SEN

Skills & knowledge

• Developing positive relationships with young children
• Staying calm and objective with unusual or challenging behaviour
• Confident, clear communication with parents
• Working effectively as part of a team

Other

• Enthusiastic, motivated and dynamic
• Committed to helping children reach their potential
• Willing to work hard and respond positively to the challenges of school life

What’s offered

• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Outer London Weighting Allowance