Teaching Assistant

Jubilee Wood Primary School; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Jubilee Wood Primary School in Milton Keynes is seeking an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to start ASAP. The role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm during term time plus five training days, with a full-time equivalent salary around £27,274 and an actual salary of £20,606.15 for 32.5 hours per week.

The candidate should hold Level 2 or 3 TA qualifications (or be aiming to achieve them), enjoy supporting children, and commit to teamwork and safeguarding. Applications by email are welcome.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or working towards.
• Passionate about supporting children to achieve their goals.
• Comfortable providing intimate care and personal support.

Responsibilities

• Be patient and supportive of children’s learning.
• Provide intimate care as needed.
• Be creative and energetic in classroom activities.
• Work as part of a team and communicate effectively.
• Maintain good organisational skills in a busy school environment.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Creativity

Energetic

Education

Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Teaching Assistant Required to Start ASAP

Monday - Friday 8.30am - 3.30pm (term time and 5 training days)

Salary: FTE of £27,274 and actual of £20,606.15 based on 32.5 hours p/week

We are looking for a Level 2 or 3 qualified Teaching Assistant, or a candidate with the goal of achieving those qualifications, who is passionate about supporting children at our school to achieve regardless of any obstacles in their way.

Our website also has lots of useful information for prospective candidates: https://www.jubileewood.milton-keynes.sch.uk/

The successful candidate will be:

patient and interested in all children and how they learn

comfortable about providing intimate care

a creative person with a wide range of skills and interests

energetic and enthusiastic about working with children

committed to working as part of a team - contributing and learning

a good communicator with good organisational skills

Enquires regarding the role should be addressed to: [e-mail]

Closing date: 12pm, 30th September

Interviews: Week beginning 5th October

Start Date: As soon as possible

The school is an equal opportunities employer and 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 applicant will be expected to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.