What skills and experience we're looking for
THE RIGHT CANDIDATE WILL:
• Be committed to the safeguarding of all children;
• Enjoy working with children; motivating and enthusing them;
• Have a calming and caring manner;
• Have experience of supporting children with SEND in their learning;
• Be committed to raising standards for all groups of children;
• Have excellent communication skills;
• Be able to show initiative;
• Be able to work as part of our team; flexible and adaptable;
• Be first aid trained/willing to undertake first aid training.
What the school offers its staff
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:
• Fixed Term position;
• Salary: Grade 6 (actual £17,966 – pay award pending)
• Hours: term time only, Monday to Friday, 8.30am-3.30pm plus 5 INSET days throughout the year;
• A school that is fully dedicated to developing every child to reach their full potential, irrespective of ability;
• The opportunity to work with motivated and friendly children;
• A dedicated and friendly team of professionals who are keen to develop and learn;
• CPD opportunities to grow and develop through mentorship and coaching;
Further details about the role
WHY CHOOSE US:
Our school is set in a well-connected location, within walking distance of Thorpe Acre Infant School and two secondary schools, and works with the BeSkilled collaborative. You will have the opportunity to work alongside an experienced team and have access to a range of CPD.
Commitment to safeguarding
Thorpe Acre Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre-employment checks will be carried out; identification and Right to Work in the UK will be required; references will be sought, and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check for a regulated activity (including a barred list check) and other relevant checks with statutory bodies. We actively support the government's Prevent Agenda to counter radicalism and extremism.