Teaching Assistant

Overview

Are you passionate about working in a school, committed to supporting pupils? Under new leadership, we are on an exciting journey of growth and development whilst maintaining our Catholic ethos and living our core Gospel values. We are a vibrant Catholic primary school with a rich partnership with our community and the parish of Our Lady and St. Joseph. We enjoy strong support from our parents in providing an environment where our children thrive. This is a happy school where children are supported and encouraged to have a go and take risks. Inspired by Christ, we work together to achieve our best. We promote a rich curriculum with a strong emphasis on physical and mental wellbeing, utilising our outdoor learning resources, including a newly developing Forest School space. We serve our community by providing a welcoming, supportive and caring environment where children thrive academically and socially and where the stimulating, aspirational learning ethos reflects high expectations. For the right candidate there will be plentiful opportunities for growth, development and leadership. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people.

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Role

We are looking to appoint an experienced Teaching Assistant to support our SEND pupils and to provide interventions. You will work in partnership with the Class Teacher and must be able to work flexibly and with enthusiasm. The working hours are 8.30–3.30pm, Monday to Friday, term time only.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the safety, welfare and good conduct of the pupils during the lunchtime break.
• Supervise the dining hall, administer first aid and support children’s play (training will be provided).

Qualifications and Qualities

• Has high expectations of the children and themselves with a passion for raising standards and attainment.
• Can think creatively to engage, enthuse and motivate children to learn.
• Is passionate about supporting all pupils, demonstrating empathy and understanding of different needs.
• Is confident and able to work with pupils with challenging needs, including social and emotional needs/behaviours.
• Has a good understanding of the primary curriculum and skills to assist pupils in developing a good standard of attainment.
• Has a good understanding of how to support children with pastoral needs.
• Is confident and able to support pupils in small groups and 1:1.
• Works well as part of a team and is committed to improving and developing their own practice.

We can offer

• A happy school with a strong Catholic ethos and active community and parish links.
• Well-motivated and enthusiastic children.
• Very supportive parents and governors.
• A culture of enjoyment and achievement.