Teaching Assistant - Level 3

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

Job summary

Chapelfield Primary School is seeking a dedicated teaching assistant to join their team. The ideal candidate will create a supportive environment for pupils, engage them in learning, and work collaboratively with staff. With a focus on safeguarding, this role offers opportunities for professional development in a nurturing community-oriented school.

Benefits

Professional development tailored to next steps

Supportive colleagues and governors

Welcoming staff team

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities.
• Ability to promote high standards of learning and achievement.
• Willingness to learn and form strong relationships.

Responsibilities

• Create a nurturing and purposeful environment.
• Engage children in all areas of learning.
• Work effectively as part of a team.

Skills

Engagement

Motivation

Teamwork

Initiative

Safeguarding

Job description

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The Governing Body of Chapelfield Primary School wish to appoint an enthusiastic, dedicated and passionate teaching assistant to join our team of caring, committed professionals.

Chapelfield is a local community primary school situated in the heart of Radcliffe. The school values of respect, honesty, caring for one another and commitment are reflected throughout the school environment. The staff team at Chapelfield work to equip children with the skills, knowledge and attitudes that will prepare them for life outside school.

• Engenders a life-long love of learning
• Has staff, pupils and parents who are passionate for learning, life and play
• Is at the heart of the community of Radcliffe
• Welcomes new ideas and is constantly seeking to develop
• Keeps pace with the changing world

We are looking for someone who:

• Creates a nurturing and purposeful environment for our pupils
• Can enthuse, motivate and engage children in all areas of learning
• Forms strong working relationships with colleagues, and works effectively as part of a team
• Promotes the highest possible standards of moral responsibility, learning and achievement for all children
• Shows initiative and has a willingness to learn
• Has a good knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities
• Has an ability to work in partnership with pupils, parents, staff and governors

In return you can expect:

• A warm welcome from an experienced and supportive staff team
• Enthusiastic pupils who are eager to engage in learning experiences
• A well-established curriculum, personalised to the pupils of Chapelfield
• Colleagues who support and celebrate one another
• Supportive Governors who know the school, staff and pupils well
• Professional development tailored to your next steps

We would welcome visits to the school where you can find out more about the role and all that Chapelfield has to offer. For an informal chat regarding the role please contact Mrs A Reed, Headteacher, on 01617235519. Please contact the school office to arrange a visit to the school.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory disclosure at the appropriate level under the Disclosure and Barring Service.

In line with safer recruitment, please ensure that your application covers your full employment history and there is a reason noted for any gaps in employment. Successful candidates will be asked to provide relevant references for the past ten years and character references will not be accepted.

Please can all application forms be sent to [emailprotected] by 9am on Friday 27 th June

Interviews will be held on Friday 4 th July.