A teaching assistant post at Hensingham Primary School, one of the schools in Cumbria Education Trust, a growing multi-academy trust. The work centres on supporting teaching and learning in the classroom, including working with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning. The hours are fixed at 8.30am to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday, during term time only. Enhanced DBS and Barred List checks are required, and visa sponsorship is not available.
What the job involves
- Support teaching and learning activities within the classroom
- Work with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning
- Help pupils with varying educational, social and emotional needs
- Contribute to pupil progress through observation and feedback to teachers
- Encourage positive behaviour and support the school's values and expectations
- Prepare classroom resources and learning environments
- Supervise pupils at break and lunchtime where required
Experience
- Relevant experience in a school setting, or a relevant teaching assistant qualification
Skills & knowledge
- Good communicator
- Commitment to being part of an effective whole-school support team
- High expectations and commitment to helping pupils achieve well
- Self-motivated, adaptable and reliable
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS with Barred List check
- Not on the Children's Barred List
- Online searches as part of Keeping Children Safe in Education checks
What’s offered
- A people-first approach that makes staff feel part of the community
- Collaborative working across a multi-academy trust
- Career and CPD opportunities
- Family-friendly policies and support for a healthy work/life balance
- Employee benefits package
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
