Grade 1, 2 teaching assistant including midday supervisor duties Job Start Date: 03.03.25 (subject to safer recruitment checks) or asap Contract Length (end date): 31st August with the potential to be renewed depending on pupil needs. Salary: £14621.02 - £14862.03 per annum TA2 - £11282.08 - £11460.94 per annum (19.17 hours) TA1 - £1965.62 – £2027.77 per annum (3.50 hours) Midday Supervisor - £1373.32 per annum (2.50 hours)Term time only plus TED days. Monday to Wednesday 8:40-1:00, Thursday to Friday 8:40-3:10. We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant (TA), including midday supervisor duties. This appointment is to support a wonderful child on a 1:1 basis to achieve their learning potential. Cropthorne with Charlton CE First School is a rural first school with mixed-age classes. Our school has a strong family ethos, a supportive team, and close community links, making it an excellent place to work. We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team at Cropthorne with Charlton CE First School. In this role, you will work closely with our class teachers to support the learning and development of our pupils, with a particular focus on those with special educational needs and disabilities. Your responsibilities will include: Work with class teachers to raise the learning and attainment of pupils Promote pupils' independence, self-esteem, and social inclusion Provide support to pupils 1:1, individually or in groups, to help them access the curriculum, participate in learning, and experience a sense of achievement Support children in achieving their SEND targets set by the class teacher or SENCO, including 1:1 or group work Assist with midday supervision duties, ensuring a safe and positive environment for our pupils during their lunch break We are looking for someone with: Experience working with children in an educational setting Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team Commitment to supporting the diverse needs of all learners Relevant qualifications in education or a related field (desirable) This is an excellent opportunity to join our supportive and close-knit school community. As a Teaching Assistant at Cropthorne with Charlton CE First School, you will have the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our children and contribute to our family-oriented ethos. Please complete and return an Application Form by the closing date of 10th February 2025 Applications should be returned by email. Interviews will take place on 13th February 2025 Further details are available from the school via email: officecropthorne.worcs.sch.uk Cropthorne with Charlton CE First School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All short-listed candidates will be subject to an online check for safeguarding purposes. Any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure & Barring Service Cropthorne with Charlton CE First School manages personal data in line with GDPR, a full Applicant's Privacy Notice can be found on our website.