Teaching Assistant Level 2 Point 7-9

Salford-Council; Salford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Salford-Council is seeking a creative, enthusiastic and outstanding teaching assistant on a fixed-term contract until 31 December 2027. The successful candidate will share high standards and a caring ethos, be child-centred, highly motivated and well organised, and work as part of a flexible team supporting the school's vision.

The role is within a high performing school, with a friendly staff, positive engagement from parents and families, and wonderful learning environments for children.

Responsibilities

Job description

Fixed term until 31/12/2027

This is a unique opportunity to join our happy, successful and very special school family.

We need a creative, enthusiastic and outstanding teaching assistant who shares our high standards, expectations and caring ethos.

The ideal candidate will have a good knowledge of the curriculum and a passion for developing children. The candidate will need to be child centred, highly motivated and well organised.

We are looking for someone who is a flexible team player and who is supportive of the school’s vision and ethos.

We can offer:

• High performing school judged ‘outstanding’ by OFSTED in 2024
• A friendly, supportive and highly skilled staff team
• Parents and families who engage positively with school
• Delightful children who are happy, courteous and love to learn
• Beautiful indoor and outdoor learning environments

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a fully enhanced DBS check.

If you have lived or worked abroad for 3 months or more in the last 5 years or 12 months or more (whether continuously or in total) in the last 10 years whilst aged 18 or over, please refer to the link below for details for how to obtain your Certificates of Good Character.

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants

What we need from you if you are invited to interview:

• Passport/ID - You will be required to provide original documentation confirming your right to work in the UK. Successful candidates will also be required to provide proof of address.
• Qualifications/registrations – if applicable for the role

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