A fixed-term Teaching Assistant post at The Woodlands Community Primary School, term time only and 16 hours a week. The core work is supporting a whole class, along with small groups and one-to-one sessions, adapting lessons to children's needs. The post suits someone who can work alone with groups, and candidates are observed teaching a small group at interview. Visa sponsorship is not available, and fluent spoken English is essential under part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016.
What the job involves
- Assist the whole class
- Take small groups of children
- Work one-to-one with pupils and support them
- Direct and adapt lessons to need and ongoing outcomes when working alone with groups
- Work on initiative, proactively and as part of a wider team
What’s required
Experience
- Previous experience of working with primary-aged children in a school setting
Skills & knowledge
- Confidence dealing with pupils of different abilities
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work as part of a wider team
- Up-to-date knowledge of basic assessment techniques
- Ability to work alone with groups, directing and adapting lessons
- Adaptable, flexible and resilient to the day-to-day rigours of school life
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check
- Online checks
- Fluent spoken English (Immigration Act 2016, part 7)
Other
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
- Commitment to the Community Academies Trust vision and values
Nice to have
- Experience in KS1 and/or KS2, depending on the position
What’s offered
- Professional development within the school and the Academy Trust
- Supportive colleagues, parents and governors
- Well-resourced and safe working environment
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
