Teaching Assistant Position

Islington Council; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary's C.E. Primary School Islington seeks a qualified teaching assistant or graduate interested in primary education. The ideal candidate will have a commitment to child-centred learning, excellent communication skills, and enthusiasm for supporting children, especially those with SEND. Join a happy and motivated team dedicated to achieving high educational standards.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, especially those with SEND.
• Record of good classroom practice.
• Energetic and creative with a ‘can-do’ attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across the school.
• Contribute positively to the school environment.
• Reflect on practice and develop further to improve education.

Skills

Communication

Creativity

Flexibility

Job description

About The Role

St. Mary's C.E. Primary School Islington are looking for an excellent, qualified teaching assistant, or graduate with an interest in working in primary education, who is keen to become part of our committed and happy team at St Mary’s C of E Primary School. They should have an enthusiasm for and commitment to child-centred learning, and be confident and flexible in supporting children across the school. We are looking for new team members who are competent in literacy and numeracy, have good verbal and written communication skills and are experienced in working with children, particularly those with SEND.

The successful candidate will:

• Have a record of good classroom practice and attendance.
• Be an energetic and creative person with a ‘can-do’ attitude who uses their own initiative.
• Set and achieve high standards in supporting teaching and learning, in developing the school environment and in whole school improvement.
• Have good communication skills and will work well as part of a team to make a positive school contribution.
• Be committed to continually reflect upon their practice and develop themselves further, in order to provide the best possible education for our children.
• Be committed to diversity with inclusion, and ensuring that all children progress and achieve well.