You will need to have a Level 3 qualification or a similar amount of experience and should have carried out a Level 3 TA role before and have previous experience of covering classes on an ad-hoc basis. You must have sound knowledge of how children learn and a number of strategies to encourage learning.
You will need to be sensitive to the special needs of individual children and be able to work as part of a team. Previous experience of working with special needs children on a one-to-one basis and running intervention groups would be useful. You need to be willing to work across all the age phases across the Federation. You will need to be comfortable to cover classes for teacher absence across EYFS and Key Stages 1 and 2. Candidates will need to demonstrate initiative and enthusiasm and have excellent literacy and numeracy skills
We are looking for someone who:-
- approaches all work with high expectations and a can-do attitude;
- maintains a consistent, caring approach to working with children;
- works well alone and as part of a team; and,
- dedicates themselves to continuing professional development.
We can offer you:-
- a supportive, teaching-focused senior leadership team;
- experienced, supportive and welcoming colleagues;
- children who are a pleasure to teach;
- great opportunities for personal and professional development; and,
- an opportunity to make a real difference to our local community.
Safeguarding
The Greenfield and Hurst Drive Federation together with the local authority are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment
The school is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and diversity.
The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification and will be subject to pre-employment checks including a health check, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
The Greenfield and Hurst Drive Federation actively promotes the core British Values defined by the Department for Education as: democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs
The Greenfield and Hurst Drive Federation is a safer recruitment school. The successful candidate will be subject to rigorous safeguarding check and will be expected to undertake safeguarding training as part of the induction process.
Employment checks required:
Enhanced DBS check
Evidence of entitlement to work in the UK
Evidence of essential qualifications
Two satisfactory references
Confirmation of medical fitness for employment
Registration with appropriate bodies (where applicable)
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Level 3 Teaching Assistant in Waltham Cross employer: Hurst Drive Primary School
The Greenfield and Hurst Drive Federation is an excellent employer, offering a nurturing environment where dedicated individuals can thrive as SEN Learning Support Assistants. With a supportive leadership team and experienced colleagues, you will have ample opportunities for personal and professional development while making a meaningful impact in the lives of children within the local community. Join us to be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that values high expectations and a commitment to safeguarding.
Contact Details:
Hurst Drive Primary School Recruitment Team
