We are looking for individuals who are interested in working on a casual hours basis as Teaching Assistants to support learning across the school. This arrangement means there are no fixed working days and where possible the school will request cover in advance - but there may also be a need for cover at short notice. All candidates must be available to work on Fridays. St Joseph’s school is a small friendly one-form entry primary school situated just north of Bracknell Town Centre - just a short walk away from the town centre. If you have a genuine interest in helping children develop and learn and would like to see if this is a career for you - then look no further This is an exciting opportunity to work within our school, which welcomes children aged 2 to 11 years. The successful candidate will be working in across all year groups – from Nursery up to Year 6. The primary focus is to do specified work with individuals under the direction and supervision of a qualified teacher. We can offer you: A friendly and professional team who strive to gain the best outcomes for all of our pupils A working environment where staff and children are valued and treated with respect Our ethos ensures pupils are consistently kind, friendly and motivated to be the best. Flexible working hours - term time only We are looking for someone to: Work with both individuals and groups of children under the supervision of a teacher Establish good relationships with pupils Encourage pupils to interact and work co-operatively with others and engage all pupils in activities Promote pupil independence Cover lunchtime provision Be flexible, positive and have a ‘can do’ attitude We are keen to find the right candidates as soon as possible and a successful candidate may be selected before the closing date - so please don't delay and apply as soon as possible. Contact details: Liz Cotten, School Business Manager. Applications to be sent to l.cottenstjosephsbracknell.co.uk Equal Opportunities Bracknell Forest Council – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. How to apply Please complete the attached application form and return it to the school, only CES Application forms will be accepted, DO NOT submit a CV. 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. 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. 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 - This role is not eligible for sponsorship.