The Governors of Buxton Infant School are seeking to appoint a Teaching and Learning Assistant to join our warm, friendly and inclusive school. Our school vision is to provide a “Smiling Start” for all and we are committed to ensuring that all our children are supported in reaching their full potential.
The role will be to support a child joining us in EYFS in September with an EHCP 4, and then support the lunchtime provision for a small group of SEND children.
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
1. A flexible approach, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team and to use initiative in dealing with situations effectively.
2. Good communication skills.
3. Good levels of Literacy and Numeracy.
4. Ability to maintain relevant pupil records as required and feedback to the class teacher.
5. Ability to prepare equipment and resources for the children under direction of the class teacher.
6. A sense of humour, empathy with children of this age, a caring personality and confidential nature.
The post will be for 21 hours and 40 minutes, working 08:40 – 13:00, Monday to Friday.
Visits to school are warmly welcomed.