About the job

Key information

Start date – To be discussed

Hours:
25 hours per week TA – Grade 15/14 depending on experience.
5 Hours per week MDSA – Grade 16

8.45am -3.15pm, Monday – Friday

Working: 38.2 weeks, term time plus two inset days
Contract: Fixed Term for 1 year specifically linked to funding

We are seeking to appoint highly motivated, enthusiastic, and experienced Teaching Assistants to join our caring and inclusive School. We will make the most of your talents and skills and we offer the opportunity to work one to one with key children who may have additional needs and/or to support within a classroom. You would be working as part of a friendly supportive team where the needs of the children come first.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

We are looking for candidates who are able to inspire and engage children in learning and support the class teacher in providing high quality teaching across the school.

• Have you worked in a classroom setting before?
• Have you ever supported children 1:1 who have SEND?
• Able you able to enthuse and inspire children?
• Are you a proactive and dynamic team player?

The successful candidate will be caring, flexible and be able to stay calm in all situations. A willingness to work in any year group or with children with a range of needs is essential.

This post will also include cover for lunchtime support. You will be required to assist the children during their lunch and playtime.

Supporting documents and information

Please apply online with a covering letter outlining your skills, previous experience and what you can offer our school. Application form and job specification available from School Website.

Visits to our school are strongly recommended. For further information and an informal chat, please contact the school on 01278 662442, or email the school office office@npcps.co.uk

North Petherton Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this position is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

North Petherton Community Primary School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or belief.

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 11/12/2024

Interview date: 16/12/2024

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