Teaching assistant

Teaching Vacancies; Spalding; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary education institution in Spalding is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support a mixed-aged Year 2/3 class. Candidates should be enthusiastic, committed to high teaching standards, and willing to engage in professional development. The role involves creating a positive learning environment and ensuring pupil achievement, with responsibilities including assisting in the curriculum delivery and behavior management.

Benefits

Excellent CPD opportunities

Supportive team

Focused learning environment

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic about working with children.
• Committed to high teaching standards.
• Creative and uses own initiative.
• First aid trained or willing to train.
• Knowledge of KS1/KS2 curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Work within a mixed-aged Year 2/3 class.
• Support pupil learning and achievement.

Skills

Working with children enthusiasm

Commitment to teaching standards

Creativity and initiative

Behaviour management commitment

First aid training

Motivation

Organizational skills

Knowledge of Read Write Inc phonics

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

We need a Teaching Assistant who is:

• Enthusiastic about working with children.
• Committed to the highest standards of teaching, learning, and pupil achievement.
• Creative and able to use own initiative.
• Committed to high expectations of pupil behaviour.
• First aid trained or willing to undertake the qualification.
• Highly motivated.
• Well organised yet adaptable.
• Knowledge of Read Write Inc phonics would be beneficial.

What the school offers its staff

• Excellent CPD opportunities.
• A highly supportive and motivated team.
• A calm, happy, and focused learning environment.

Further details about the role

We are currently looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant at Shepeau Stow Primary School. The successful candidate should be confident with the KS1/KS2 curriculum, as the role will primarily involve working within a mixed-aged Year 2/3 class.

Candidates are welcome to visit the school by prior appointment. Please visit our website at www.shepeaustowschool.co.uk to learn more about us.

To arrange a visit or request an application pack, please contact Colette Ladley, School Business Manager, at 01406 330395 or email [e-mail].

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers, and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process adheres to the 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' guidelines. Employment offers are subject to checks including:

• Childcare disqualification
• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
• Medical checks
• Online and social media screening
• Prohibition from teaching
• Right to work verification
• Satisfactory references
• Suitability to work with children

Applicants must disclose any unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.