Teaching Assistant - ref. r47701223

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a skilled, committed and experienced Teaching Assistant to join our Early Years and/or Key Stage 1 team/s. We are a welcoming, inclusive school community rated ‘Good’ with ‘Outstanding’ features by Ofsted. The contracted hours are 8:50am-3:30pm, Monday to Friday, with a 50 minute lunch break; additional hours may be available according to the needs of the school.

The successful applicant may be placed in Nursery, Reception and/or Year 1, but a final decision will be made based on their skills and experience.

The successful applicant will:

• Have a positive impact on the attainment and progress of pupils;
• Undertake a range of specialised tasks to support the learning and development of pupils;
• Promote pupil independence and positive behaviours for learning through a ‘least help first’ approach;
• Have an appropriate level of expertise, qualifications and/or experience, including in English and maths, and a full and relevant Level 3 Teaching Assistant/Early Years Practitioner qualification (or be committed to working towards one of these - an apprenticeship pathway may be available).

What the school offers its staff

As part of the highly regarded Unity Schools Partnership, we offer:

• Friendly, energetic pupils who are keen to learn and appreciate the support that they are given;
• A wide range of CPD opportunities through the Unity Research School and Unity Teaching School Hub;
• Opportunities for career progression across the trust;
• A dedicated, supportive team of professional colleagues and governors.

Commitment to safeguarding

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safer recruitment, equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.