Teaching Assistant (20 hours) We are a friendly Primary School with committed staff and enthusiastic pupils, seeking to employ an experienced Teaching Assistant. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers. The successful candidate will: - 1. Be enthusiastic and dedicated to working as part of our school team. 2. Have a friendly, calm and caring attitude. 3. Assis in the supervision of pupils at play. 4. Be able to support the pupil’s social and emotional needs. 5. Shares with teacher/colleagues issues of concern and positive feedback about the pupils welfare and achievements 6. Have an interest in their own professional development. 7. Have experience of supporting pupils with challenging behaviour. We can offer: • An exciting opportunity to make a real contribution to the progress of our students and to become part of a hard working team • A dedicated and enthusiastic team of teachers and support staff • Aspirational and hardworking students • High standards and expectations • A CPD programme for all staff • Pastoral and extra-curricular opportunities Please see the job description and employee specification for more information. If you wish to discuss the post further, please contact the school directly on 01469 540232. As an employer, we promote and safeguard the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect the same commitment from existing and prospective employees or volunteers. Recruitment to this post will follow our safer recruitment procedure which includes us requesting references prior to interview and a DBS check.