Vacancy Details: Teaching Assistant Level 1 About the role St John's Primary School and Nursery is a nurturing, inclusive and successful primary school and nursery in the heart of Kenilworth. We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, experienced Level 1Teaching Assistant with a passion to join our forward thinking and dynamic team. The successful candidate will support the classroom teacher working alongside both children in a group environment, in small groups and on occasion 1:1. The role will be based in Year 1. We are looking for someone who: • Has a relevant Teaching Assistant Qualification or experience • Has a good standard of education including English and Maths • An excellent understanding of how children learn best in a happy and secure setting • Has excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills • Knowledge and understanding of what makes an outstanding learning environment • Have a passion for excellence and share our vision • Are highly motivated and enthusiastic • Has experience working within a classroom setting with Primary aged pupils • Can work on their own initiative and also work well as part of a team • Is an excellent role model St John’s Primary and Nursery school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted will be asked to complete a self-declaration to confirm any criminal disclosures or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. Contract Type: 30 Hours Hours of Work: 8.30am until 3.30pm, term time only Contract Term: Fixed Term Contract Length: 1st January 2025 – 31st August 2025 Salary Range: Scale D Closing Date: 27th November 2024 Please send completed application and equality forms to: recruitment2620welearn365.com Interviews will take place on: Thursday 5th December 2024