What skills and experience we're looking for
At Hurdsfield Primary School, we prioritise providing the best support for our pupils so that every individual can thrive.
We are looking for someone to fit into our warm, friendly, and caring place where we continually work hard to provide the best learning environment for our children.
If you are the following then please get in touch:
* Passionate about providing the best for children
* Enthusiastic about supporting children's learning in a caring and nurturing environment
* Level 3 qualified
* Have experience of working in an education setting
* Want to be part of a team that works hard to know every child and develop each individual's learning and talents
Qualifications:
Good standard of education especially with regard to literacy and numeracy skills
GCSE Maths and English grade C or equivalent
Experience and Knowledge:
Awareness of/willingness to train to get knowledge and understanding of the Teaching Assistant’s role in supporting teaching and learning across the KS2 curriculum
Knowledge of appropriate behaviour management practices
Knowledge of Health and Safety policies and procedures that contributeto the maintenance of pupil safety and security
Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and protocols
Ability to use resources and materials including ICT software and equipment
Skills/Abilities:
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to support the management of pupil behaviour
Ability to establish positive relationships with pupils, families, and colleagues
Ability to provide support for planning and delivery of learning activities.
Skills to support the effective use of ICT in the classroom.
Ability to organise classroom resources and assist with the maintenance of pupil records
Personal qualities:
A diplomatic and patient approach
Efficient and meticulous in organisation
Able to work flexibly, adopt a hands-on approach, and respond to unplanned situations
Ability to evaluate own development needs and those of others and to address them
Ability to work in accordance with the school’s policies including health and safety and safeguarding policies
Work-Related Circumstances:
Must be willing to undertake training as required
Must ensure confidentiality in respect of pupils and school information
Commitment to the highest standards of child protection and safeguarding
Recognition of the importance of personal responsibility for health and safety
Commitment to the school's ethos, aims, and whole community.
What the school offers its staff
* We are joining Aspire Educational Trust in April 2025 with whom we are already accessing a wide range of professional development and training
* Full phonics training given
* Development in specific areas of interest and career aspirations discussed annually
* Fantastic working team
* Free parking
* Free refreshments
Further details about the role
Visits are warmly encouraged so please contact Laura Rigby, School Bursar on (01625) 912415 to arrange an appointment.
Commitment to safeguarding
The safeguarding of all our children is the highest priority. We are committed to providing a secure environment for children where they feel safe and are kept safe. As a school we recognise that safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children is everyone's responsibility, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are fully comitted to ensuring that consistent and effecitve safeguarding procedures are in place to support children, families and staff at school. We ensure our practice adheres to 'Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023' statutory guidance for schools and college and safer recruitment.