The governors of St. Michael s CE Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated Teaching Assistant to work as part of our staff team. You will join a dedicated staff team in our culturally diverse school initially working in Key Stage One. Teaching Assistant Level 2 Working hours: 30 hours per week. 8.45-3.45pm with a one hour lunch break. Term time only. Grade: D scp 6-11 25,183 - 27,269 per annum pro-rata (Actual 17,073 - 18,487) Start date: ASAP Recent experience of working with KS1 and/or EYFS children is essential. You will Be passionate about working with young children. Have experience of working in a KS1 and/or EYFS environment. Have secure knowledge of how young children learn best. Have excellent understanding of the National curriculum. Have understanding of phonics and early reading and how to support children at an early stages of reading development. Be creative and able to inspire learning opportunities for pupils in a stimulating learning environment. Be a dedicated team player, demonstrating flexibility, co-operation and a willingness to take an active role in school life both inside and outside of the classroom. Have excellent Maths, English, communication and interpersonal skills. Be committed to working in close partnership with parents, the governing body and the wider community. Be inclusive and have experience of working with children who have English as an additional language and also children with a range of special educational needs. Be committed to the development of the Christian ethos whilst respecting and valuing our multi-faith school context. In return, we can offer you: Happy, enthusiastic, hard-working and well-behaved children. Committed and supportive colleagues. The support of experienced colleagues and strong school Leadership who support the wellbeing of the staff team. A fantastic working environment with bright, well equipped classrooms and extensive outdoor space which includes a woodland, pond and wildlife area and large outdoor play spaces. Commitment to supporting individual professional development. Applications can be made by emailing our school office- officest-michaels.bolton.sch.uk Please mark your application For the attention of Mrs R Dawber Deputy Head teacher St Michael s CEP Primary is committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates are subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Closing date and shortlisting: Monday 6 th January 2025 9am Interview date: Tuesday 14 th January 2025