Hatherop Castle, Hatherop, Cirencester GL7 3NB
OVERVIEW
The opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to work one-to-one with a pupil in KS2 to join this highly regarded co-ed day and boarding prep school and nursery, located in the heart of the Cotswolds. The school is part of the Wishford Schools Group.
Candidates are sought who have experience supporting children in a school setting with their academic learning. The position is suitable for teachers and/or teaching assistants.
Reports to: Headmaster, Deputy Head and SENCo
Hours, Salary & Benefits:
Hours: Term time only, part time. Mon – Fri 20-25 hours per week.
Salary: A competitive salary and benefits package will be provided which include:
* Means-tested fee remission is available
* Lunch included
* EV scheme with Octopus Energy
* Cycle to work scheme & shopping discounts
* Access to Group’s counselling scheme
* Discretionary Christmas stand down
* Personal accident at work cover
Job Description:
* To promote and safeguard the welfare of all pupils, maintaining a constant awareness of all issues relating to child protection and safeguarding.
* To abide by the staff code of conduct.
* To work closely with the teachers regarding termly and weekly planning, and with other staff to ensure there is continuity and progression for the pupil.
* To attend weekly planning meetings with year group staff and weekly staff meetings (in accordance with the published schedule).
* To support the teachers in ensuring the pupils’ abilities are catered for by well-resourced and planned, differentiated activities.
* To share the responsibility for pastoral care of the children and ensure good personal relationships are fostered between the children themselves and with the staff.
* To participate in overseeing the behaviour and discipline of the children in accordance with the school behaviour policy.
* To be responsible for the organisation of classroom resources ensuring that they are accessible to the pupil as appropriate.
* To liaise closely with the class teacher and Head of Middle School regarding the pupil’s progress within the classroom.
* To assist with supervision during break and lunch times in accordance with the published rota.
Qualifications:
* If untrained, willingness to complete a Teaching Assistant (Level 3) or Early Years Educator (Level 3) apprenticeship.
* Degree in child-related studies or QTS qualification.
* Teaching Assistant (Level 3) or Early Years Educator (Level 3).
Please see more details in the candidate pack.
Deadline and how to apply
The closing date for applications is 26th February 2025.
Applications should be submitted using Wishford Education’s Application Form.
If you have any queries, require any adjustments for application or interview stage or would like further information, please contact:
Molly Rees, Talent Acquisition Partner.Molly.Rees@wishford.co.uk
Wishford schools are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Appointments will be made solely on merit and will be made without regard to age, disability, gender, nationality, race, colour, ethnicity, or religion.
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