Teaching Assistant (The William Amory Primary School)

The William Amory Primary School & Nursery; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The William Amory Primary School & Nursery in Blythe Bridge invites applications for a Permanent Teaching Assistant to start as soon as possible. The role is 32.5 hours per week over 5 days, 8:40 am to 3:40 pm, term time only plus 5 INSET days, and is an FTE post.

You will deliver phonics sessions in EYFS/KS1, support learning across the school to Year 6, and assist with targeted interventions; lunchtime duties are included.

Qualifications

• Hold a relevant NVQ Level 3 or above qualification, suitable for EYFS.
• Have recent and relevant experiences within a primary school setting particularly EYFS.
• Be able to work effectively, flexibly and supportively as part of a team.
• Be energetic, enthusiastic and passionate about working with children and in our school.
• Have high expectations of their conduct and act as a role model, leading by example.
• Be prepared to participate in all aspects of school life.

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily phonics sessions in EYFS/Key Stage One.
• Support children with learning across the school up to Year 6.
• Support the running of targeted interventions.
• Cover lunchtime duties in the hall and on the playground.

Skills

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 or above (EYFS)

Job description

Permanent Teaching Assistant position commencing as soon as possible.

32.5 hours to be worked over 5-days, 8.40 am to 3.40pm

Salary:£26,847 FTE

Term time only plus 5 INSET days

The William Amory Primary School is offering the opportunity for an energetic, enthusiastic and passionate teaching assistant with a positive work ethic to support our EYFS, Key Stage One and Key Stage Two classes.

The successful candidate will be required to deliver daily phonics sessions in EYFS/Key Stage One but could also be required to support children with their learning across the school up to Year 6. Experience of working with children with a range of SEND needs is essential. They will also support the running of targeted interventions. The hours will also cover lunchtime duty in the hall and on the playground.

The William Amory Primary School is a one form entry school with a Governor run Nursery in the heart of Blythe Bridge. The post will provide the successful candidate an opportunity to be part of our growth story in the next chapter of our journey and development.

We are a very hardworking and committed team of professionals who strive for excellence within our practice. Our team works together to provide a welcoming, safe, and successful school with creative, motivated and happy learners at the heart of it.

The successful candidate will:

• Hold a relevant NVQ Level 3 or above qualification, suitable for EYFS.
• Have recent and relevant experiences within a primary school setting particularly EYFS.
• Be able to work effectively, flexibly and supportively as part of a team.
• Be energetic, enthusiastic and passionate about working with children and in our school.
• Have high expectations of their conduct and act as a role model, leading by example.
• Be prepared to participate in all aspects of school life.

The William Amory Primary School offers:

• Responsive pupils who enjoy coming to school; are well-behaved and eager to learn.
• A welcoming, dedicated, hardworking and supportive team of teaching, support and office staff.
• A supportive and well-organised governing body.
• Parents who value the school.
• A commitment to your continued professional development and progress within your role.

Closing Date: Monday 16th November at 9am.

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 24th November.

This School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

DBS Checks

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Amendment Order 1986 and, as such, it will be necessary for a Submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions. Click here for further information.

Asylum and Immigration

To comply with Asylum and Immigration legislation you will be required (if appointed) to provide one or more documents from the Immigration Act 2006 - List A and B. You must provide proof of current and valid permission to be in the United Kingdom and valid permission to do the type of work offered. Further information is available at: www.gov.uk/government/publications/acceptable-right-to-work-documents-an-employers-guide

Please note that if you are shortlisted for the role, we will conduct an online search as part of our due diligence on the shortlisted candidates. This may help identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which may indicate that you are unsuitable to work with children, and that we may want to explore with you at interview.