Teaching Assistant - Damers First School

Dorset Council UK; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative educational institution is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team. This role involves working closely with children, providing guidance during learning activities, and fostering a positive environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in a school setting, showcasing strong communication skills and a passion for child development. This position offers the chance to contribute to a nurturing educational experience, ensuring every child reaches their potential in a vibrant community. If you are adaptable, patient, and eager to support young learners, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Supportive Team Environment

Friendly School Community

Qualifications

• Knowledge of working in a busy school environment.
• Experience with one-to-one support for children with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise lunchtime activities and support children during play.
• Assist in teaching and learning activities, promoting engagement.

Skills

Teaching and Learning Experience

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Understanding of Child Development

Flexibility and Adaptability

Job description

TEACHING ASSISTANT

JOB REF XS 10.5

GRADE 3 SCP 3-4 Grade 5 SCP 5-6 (Depending on Experience)

28.75 hours per week, Monday-Friday / Term Time only including Training Days

We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to start as soon as possible. The position will include lunchtime supervision duties.

Damers School is a dynamic, unique, child-centred, caring school with high aspirations for all pupils. We are an Eco school with big ideas and pride ourselves in helping every child thrive with a broad and balanced curriculum that offers many opportunities for each child to achieve their potential. Damers is located in the heart of Poundbury, an extremely supportive community in a fantastic Dorset location.

We Can Offer You

• A friendly, welcoming and supportive team of staff and governors
• Kind, polite and hard-working children who are proud of their school
• A supportive and aspirational workplace where professional development is valued
• An experienced Inclusion Team

We Are Looking For Someone Who

• Has some knowledge and experience of working in a busy school and teaching and learning
• Will be proud to work as part of our school and will uphold our ethos and values
• Understands the importance of role play alongside daily phonics
• May have some experience or be willing to work on a one-to-one basis with pupils with additional needs
• Understands the development of our youngest children
• Enjoys a challenge and problem solving within a supportive, fun team
• Can offer new ideas and be open to learning new skills

Our ideal candidate will be flexible and adaptable, have patience and understanding, and possess clear communication skills.