1:1 Teaching Assistant for 25 hours per week, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm term time only We are looking to recruit a teaching assistant to join our team as soon as possible. The successful applicant must be independent, adaptable, willing to learn and have a positive attitude. The job demands a good team ethos with excellent communication skills. And NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) or higher is desirable, but not essential. A good standard of grammar, spelling and maths is required. We are looking for someone who is: Passionate about learning and teaching Committed to the success of our children Excited about contributing to the future direction of our school alongside our Headteacher. We can offer: Happy and positive children, supportive colleagues. A strong partnership with parents, Governors and the local community Opportunities for Continuing Professional Development Closing date Friday 18 th April Interview date TBC Winkfield St Marys CE Primary School Winkfield Row, Bracknell, RG42 6NH Tel: 01344 882422 Equal Opportunities Bracknell Forest Council – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. How to apply How to Apply - Only applications received on Bracknell Forest application forms will be considered. Safeguarding Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) children. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. If you are successful in being shortlisted for this position, you will be required to complete a self-declaration formTo find out more about the application process for working with children, young people and adults at risk visit https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/policies-relating-job-applications/applications-work-those-risk The Bracknell Forest Safeguarding Board (BFSB) oversees the safety and well-being of children in Bracknell Forest - https://bracknellforestsafeguarding.org.uk/ Equal Opportunities - We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to providing equality of opportunity to all. Our aim is to treat all employees and prospective employees with integrity, respect and consideration. Disability - We are a Disability Symbol User and as such have made a commitment to guarantee an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria of the person specification. We will make reasonable adjustments to help a person with a disability through the application & selection process and, if successful, to assist you in carrying out the duties of your job. Pre–employment medical check - As a condition of the Offer of Employment, the successful applicant will be asked to complete an Occupational Health questionnaire form. The purpose of the questionnaire is to assess whether you have any medical problems that may affect your ability to undertake the role. If necessary reasonable adjustments or modifications will be suggested to assist you in carrying out the duties of the job. References - On your application form you will be asked to provide the names and addresses of two people who will provide a reference. At least one must be from your current employer, completed by a suitable person with appropriate authority. We take up references for all shortlisted candidates and wherever possible we like to apply for these prior to interview. Employment - Any candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant criteria.