Job details

Salary: Grade 15 point 3-4 £12.45-£12.65 per hour

Employer: West Pennard CE Primary School

Location: Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 8NT

Contract type: Term time

Working pattern: Part time

Closing date: 13 December 2024 11:59 pm

About the job

Key information

30 hrs per week (1:1 role)
1:1 Grade 15 point 3-4

Required from 6 January 2025

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and friendly one to one Teaching Assistant to support a child with specific learning needs on a one-to-one and small group basis.

What will I be doing?

We are looking for someone who:

  • Has experience or an interest in working with children with complex needs.
  • Can develop confidence and self-esteem but also establish clear boundaries
  • Is experienced in working with children who have special educational needs, has a flexible and adaptable approach to meeting children’s needs, with a resilient mind-set.
  • Can demonstrate good communication, listening, and questioning skills
  • Is committed to inclusion
  • Is able to promote high standards of behaviour through positive language and attitudes
  • Has the ability to remain calm under all circumstances
  • Is willing and able to work collaboratively and flexibly with staff, parents/carers and other agencies as required.

The role will involve supporting a child who has specific needs.

What is in it for me?

We can offer you:

  • A dedicated and supportive working environment.
  • Excellent professional development opportunities.

DBS check

West Pennard School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and has a culture of vigilance to support this. Any offer of employment will be subject to a disclosure check with the Disclosure and Barring Service and all relevant pre-employment checks.

Supporting documents and information

This is a term time post of 30 hours per week. Term time only. Monday to Friday 8:45 to 3:15 with 30 minutes for lunch.

Please visit our website. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please ring 01458 832866 to arrange a suitable time.

Deadline for applications: Friday 13 December 2024

Interview date: Monday 16 December 2024

Application forms should be sent to the school office by post or email the School Administration Officer hwebster@westpennardschool.co.uk

Apply on the West Pennard CE Primary School website

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