Position(s) Available: Teaching Assistant Salary: Grade 4 Scale Point 5 - £24,790 FULL-TIME EQUIVALENT Actual Salary for 19.5 Hours is £11,273 per annum Employer: Elworth Hall Primary School (Chancery Multi Academy Trust) Location: Sandbach, Cheshire East Contract Terms: 1 x Teaching Assistant Grade 4 – 19.5 hours starting Monday 6 th January 2025 until Sunday 31 st August 2025. Wednesday – Friday : Term time only. The post is a temporary contract for a 39-week period (term time plus INSET days). Working hours will be during school opening hours of 8:30 -15:30, and dependent upon the needs of the individuals you support. You will work alongside our team supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities. Closing Date: Monday 25 th November 2024 12pm noon Interview/ Task Day : Monday 2 nd December 2024 Elworth Hall Primary School is dedicated to fostering a truly diverse and inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and respected. We recognise that diversity in all its forms enriches our community and strengthens our mission to provide high-quality education for all. As such, we encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly those from under-represented & ethnic minority communities. We believe that our commitment to diversity and inclusion is not only the right thing to do but is also critical to achieving our vision of excellence The successful candidate will be involved in supporting class teachers and 1:1 work with pupils with SEND under full guidance from the class teacher and SEND Coordinator. They will be responsible for ensuring that pupils receive the support they require to achieve their full potential. Person Specification: A compassionate and patient individual who is willing to work with pupils with additional needs. Enthusiastic and cheerful with a positive attitude towards working as part of a team and playing a role in the wider life of the school. English and Math GCSE or equivalent. Ability to build strong relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents. Proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making. No formal childcare qualifications are required. Experience working with children with additional needs is desirable, but not essential. The school can offer training and support to develop the experience required. Benefits: Competitive salary and pension scheme. Opportunities for career development and training. A supportive, flexible and inclusive working environment. A chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people. At Elworth Hall Primary School, we take safeguarding our children extremely seriously. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide two references. Applications can be obtained from: Miss S Hassall – https://www.elworthhall.cheshire.sch.uk/support/ Please send your completed Application Form and covering letter ( no more than 2 sides A4, no CV’s ) indicating your strengths and interests along with any relevant experience, addressed to Mrs Emma Clark, Headteacher. Applications must be returned either in person or by post to Elworth Hall Primary School, Lawton Way, Sandbach, CW11 1TE or via email to the Office Manager Miss Sophie Hassall financeelworthhall.cheshire.sch.co.uk. If you require any further information regarding this position, please contact the school on 01270 910456. Elworth Hall Primary School Inspire, Nurture, Achieve Lawton Way, Elworth, Sandbach, CW11 1TE Head Teacher: Mrs Emma Clark Tel: 01270 910456 E-mail: adminelworthhall.cheshire.sch.uk