Teaching Assistant at Wimborne St Giles CE First School

Dorset Council; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Wimborne St Giles First School and Nursery is recruiting a part-time Teaching Assistant to join a warm and welcoming team. The role involves working with individuals and small groups to support learning in class and may include supervising children during lunch periods.

The school values growth, collaboration and safeguarding, and offers opportunities for professional development while you contribute to a caring Christian Values-inspired environment.

Qualifications

• Experience of supporting children's learning in early years or primary setting.
• Able to work effectively in a team and communicate well with staff, parents and children.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals and small groups to help learning in class.
• Supervise children during lunch period daily.
• Assist with classroom routines and maintain a safe learning environment.
• Engage in reflective practice to support ongoing development.

Skills

Strong teamwork

Clear communication

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

About the role

Wimborne St Giles First School and Nursery are recruiting a Teaching Assistant to join their warm and welcoming team.

The role will include working with individuals and small groups of children supporting learning in class and may also include supervising children during the lunch period each day.

The working hours are 23 hours per week. Days and times can be discussed at interview.

We are a school that is keen to continue to grow and develop, to take risks and be innovative, with teaching and learning. These things are all based on our Christian Values of ‘Faith. Hope and Love’, which are central to all that we do.

We are keen to meet and discuss the role with people who are:

• Committed to children’s achievement and progress, irrelevant of their starting point
• Passionate, dynamic and reflective practitioner
• Innovative and imaginative in creating memorable learning experiences
• Dedicated and nurturing, with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Willing to work in a team and contribute to the wider life of the school
• Able to promote our Christian Values
• Outstanding classroom practitioners

We want our staff to thrive so we offer an extensive range of wellness services and professional learning opportunities to support growth and development. Please visit our website for further details: Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust - Wellness

We value the diversity of our workforce and welcome applications from all.

All applicants will be notified of the shortlisting decisions by email. References for shortlisted candidates will be requested before interviews.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All applicants will be subject to a number of checks including the Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.

Safeguarding Statement

Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.