At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children in outdoor learning and provide classroom assistance in a vibrant primary school.
- Company: Join a dedicated team at a nurturing primary school with a focus on outdoor education.
- Benefits: Enjoy a term-time schedule, supportive environment, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Flexible 25-hour work week during term time with a chance to develop your skills.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while enjoying the outdoors and fostering learning.
- Qualifications: Must have a Classroom Assistant qualification or relevant school experience; outdoor learning experience is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 15000 - 20000 £ per year.
Applications are invited from suitably experienced, enthusiastic and committed teaching assistants for the above post, from August to June. We are seeking a well-qualified and motivated person who wishes to make full use of his/her talents and enthusiasm, in working as part of a dedicated and professional team within the Primary School and our Outdoor Provision.
- To support children during outdoor learning at Hutchesons’ at Pollok Park.
- To provide classroom support to the Lower and Upper Primary Departments.
- To work with individuals or small groups of pupils under the direction of Additional Support for Learning Department.
- To provide administrative support to Teaching Staff throughout the Primary School.
Learning and teaching:
- Encouraging language development and supporting literacy and numeracy development.
- Assisting pupils and building positive relationships with them.
- Supporting and participating in children’s play activities by listening and talking with children, joining in play activities, supporting individuals.
- Supervising and guiding pupils undertaking work set by the teaching staff including practical activities.
Care and welfare of pupils:
- Assisting in playground supervision and wet playtime activities.
- Providing early morning play supervision.
- Escorting and supervising pupils within the school and on trips.
- Providing first aid to pupils within the school and on trips.
- Liaising with Deputes and teaching staff to monitor pupil behaviour.
Organisation of resources:
- Preparing, collating and cataloguing learning materials as required.
- Maintaining stock, storage and distribution of resources as required.
The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the post. You will hold a Classroom Assistant/Playworker qualification, be a qualified teacher, or have relevant school-based experience. Forest School or Outdoor Learning experience is desirable. The post will be over 5 days, 25 hours per week, term time. Interviews will take place on Monday 20th July.
Classroom Assistant (Ftc) in Glasgow employer: Hutchesons' Grammar School
At Hutchesons’ at Pollok Park, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and collaborative work environment. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through ongoing professional development opportunities, while our unique outdoor learning provision allows staff to engage with children in a dynamic and enriching setting. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of our pupils, all within the beautiful surroundings of Pollok Park.
Contact Details:
Hutchesons' Grammar School Recruitment Team
