teaching assistant

Wakefield Metropolitan District Council; Wrenthorpe; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Wakefield Metropolitan District Council is seeking a passionate teaching assistant to join a welcoming three-form entry primary school. You will support teaching staff, develop positive relationships, and assist SEND pupils to build confidence and achieve highly.

The successful candidate will work under the direction of class teachers and leaders, contribute to a supportive learning environment, and engage in professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Dedicated to providing the highest possible care and support to our young children.
• Commitment to securing positive and caring relationships and high expectations.
• Willingness to develop professionally and communicate well.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality teaching support to enable children to achieve highly.
• Work under the direction of class teachers and leaders.
• Support and encourage all children, including those with SEND, to develop confidence and self-belief.
• Respect others and contribute to a supportive school environment.

Job description

The Governors wish to make an appointment of a passionate, dedicated and caring teaching assistant to join our highly successful and very supportive team. The successful candidate must be dedicated to providing the highest possible care and support to our young children, be committed to securing positive and caring relationships, have high expectations and develop a love of learning. Through our school vision 'respect, empower, grow' we are committed that all members of our school family are empowered and encouraged to be the best they can be so that we can grow and flourish together. The successful candidate will need to be supportive of the school's Christian ethos, vision and values. They will need to be keen to develop professionally, communicate well and respect others as they work collaboratively in a team. They will need to work well under the direction of class teachers and leaders and taken on board advice and guidance. They will need to be committed to supporting and encouraging all children, including those with SEND, to develop confidence and self-belief and deliver high quality teaching support to enable children to achieve highly.

• A friendly and welcoming three-form entry school with a skilled, committed and dedicated team to provide support.
• Excellent support and guidance from our experienced and knowledgeable leaders, including our SENDCO.
• Supportive and dedicated leaders including Governors.
• A high-quality environment and resources.
• A strong commitment to your professional development.
• Wonderful and happy children who are respectful, who love to learn and who are a delight to teach.