Oaklands Primary School Maes y Deri, Aberaman, Aberdare CF44 6TFNOR: 202
Teaching Assistant (Level 4)
Hours: 32 ½ Hours Per Week, Term Time Only Salary: Grade 7 (£30,060 x 77.15%) Start Date: As soon as possible
The Headteacher and Governors of Oaklands Primary School are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant (Level 4) with a thorough understanding of working in a primary school and in particular the Foundation Phase. The successful candidate will: Have a thorough understanding of the Foundation Phase pedagogy. Be an excellent classroom practitioner who inspires and leads children to meet their full potential. Have the enthusiasm and ability to motivate, challenge and support others at all stages of their professional development. Demonstrate excellent communication skills to work effectively with parents, staff and governors. Have high expectations of achievement and commitment to raising standards. Demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively as an effective team member.
PROTECTING CHILDREN AND ADULTS AT RISK IS A CORE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE SCHOOL AND COUNCIL. IN ADDITION TO THIS SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITY, THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT FOR THE ROLE WILL ALSO BE SUBJECT TO AN ENHANCED DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE CHECK. The Council and School values diversity in its workforce. We are committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in the recruitment and selection process on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender, including those with non-binary identities, religion or belief or pregnancy and maternity. We offer a number of staff networks for employees including the Allies Network, a Disability and Carers Network and Perthyn our LGBTQ+ Network. An application submitted for this post in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English. In view of the large number of Application Forms which are currently being submitted individual applications are not acknowledged. Consequently, if you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application is unsuccessful on this occasion. In which case you are thanked for the interest you have shown in applying for a position within the Council.