Teaching Assistant (with class cover) and Out of School Club Manager: 26.25 hours per week, 39 weeks per year Grade 6 Permanent Mon to Fri 12:15 to 17:45 Underwood West Academy is looking for a talented, enthusiastic and friendly teaching assistant to join our dedicated and supportive team. Underwood West is a popular and welcoming primary school. The successful candidate will become part of our inclusive school where we promote positive attitudes, good behaviour and moral understanding. All children are nurtured to establish a sense of pride and achievement in learning and being part of our school community whilst becoming happy, confident and resilient learners, each supported to reach their unique potential in a safe environment. We are looking for a strong candidate wishing to join us a teaching assistant and Manager of our Out of School Club provision. You will be working with a supportive, experienced staff team. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated individual that holds GCSE Grade 4 or above in both English and Math’s, alongside a level 2 or 3 qualification such as a CACHE, BTEC, NVQ. You will also be willing to complete further qualifications in Paediatric First Aid and Fire Warden training. The successful candidate will have proven extensive classroom experience. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a successful, progressive and happy school. In return, we can offer: A school community with a warm, positive, caring ethos An opportunity of continued development within an experienced teaching team Experience of working in a thriving, successful primary school Regular CPD opportunities Working under the guidance of the teacher as part of the class based role, the successful post-holder will be responsible for key responsibilities as described in the Job Description provided. We are a member of The Aspire Multi Academy Trust and offer a mutually supportive ethos with excellent opportunities for professional development. As a Trust we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children. For all shortlisted candidates reference checks and online searches will be completed prior to interview. All successful candidates are subject to satisfactory references, medical checks, right to work in UK and safeguarding checks (including enhanced DBS and a declaration of disqualification (Childcare Disqualification regulations 2009). For more information please contact - bursarunderwoodwest.cheshire.sch.uk