Teaching Assistant - Bevois Town Primary School

Southampton City Council; Southampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Southampton City Council is seeking a dedicated teaching assistant for Bevois Town Primary School. The successful candidate will support pupils in their learning, particularly those with special educational needs and English language acquisition. An NVQ Level 3 qualification and strong communication skills are essential. Join us in making a positive difference in our diverse community.

Qualifications

• Experience in EYFS/Nursery or Pre school environment required.
• Previous experience in a Primary educational setting.
• Knowledge of an additional language welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with high levels of SEND.
• Deliver small group interventions.
• Work with professionals from external agencies.

Skills

Communication skills

Understanding of phonics

Ability to relate well to children

Education

NVQ Level 3 - Teaching Assistant or equivalent

GCSE Grade C in English and Maths or equivalent

Job description

We are proud to serve a culturally rich and diverse community in which all learners - adults and children, are supported to thrive and achieve.

We are looking to appoint candidates with successful experience of the following:

• Applicants must have experience of working within an EYFS/Nursery or Pre school environment.
• Experience of working within a resource provision or special needs school would be advantageous.
• To support pupils with high levels of SEND
• Supporting pupils at the earliest stages of learning English as a second language or language acquisition
• Delivering small group interventions
• Working with professionals from agencies beyond the school e.g. Outreach Services
• A sound understanding of phonics
• Knowledge of an additional language would be welcomed.

Please note the essential requirements for this post include:

• NVQ Level 3 - Teaching Assistant or equivalent
• GCSE Grade C in English and Maths or equivalent
• Previous experience in a Primary educational setting supporting learners in and beyond the classroom
• A high standard of oral and written communication skills in English
• Ability to relate well to children, parents and staff

Bevois Town is committed to safeguarding the children at our school. This post is covered by the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (exceptions) order 1975 because it is a post which involves working directly with young people. If shortlisted for interview, you will be required to declare whether you have any criminal convictions (or cautions or bind overs) including those which are "spent".

The successful candidate(s) will also be required to undertake a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check, before commencing employment and an overseas check if there is any period of time spent living or working outside of the UK.

If you would like to find out more about our school and feel you could contribute to ensuring Bevois Town Primary School continues to improve and make a positive difference to all our learners, please contact Lucy Davis [e-mail] or visit our website for an application and information pack.