We wish to appoint a confident, self-motivated, enthusiastic teaching assistant (Grade 3) to support a child within our Year 2 class. This is a fixed term appointment linked to the child. The successful candidate will have: • GCSE English or maths-or equivalent • Minimum level 2 British Sign Language • A commitment to safeguarding and ensuring the welfare of the children • A friendly face who can relate warmly to children • A commitment to inclusion, having high expectations and supporting the progress of a pupil whatever their needs. • Highly independent, organised, committed, reflective and resilient • Effective communication skills • Able to use own initiative to respond to unexpected problems • A good team player who is professional, honest and loyal • Able to be flexible and open to change • A commitment to developing own learning development A commitment to the full life of the school is expected and in return the successful applicant will be welcomed and supported by a friendly team. Harvington CE First & Nursery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to recognise and share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check. Interviews: to be arranged