Teaching Assistant

Job Description

The Premier Learning Trust is looking to appoint a new teaching assistant to join our friendly, dedicated teams to support our pupils in a variety of ways. This may include working with children in the classroom, in small groups and on a one-to-one basis as required. The position may require the successful applicant to work across all schools within the Trust during his/her term of employment. Hours will be negotiated, term time only (excluding non-pupil days).

The successful applicants will:

· Be passionate about supporting children's learning, social and emotional needs

· Be resilient and have a positive nature

· Be able to enthuse and motivate pupils

· Be a team player

· Demonstrate patience, calmness and flexibility at all times

· Have experience of working with children, ideally in a school setting

· Have qualifications relevant to the role

We can offer you:

· Friendly schools with strong and dedicated teams

· Opportunities for training to strengthen relevant career skills

· The support of knowledgeable professionals both in school and from other agencies

The successful applicants will be expected to supervise lunchtimes but will take a 30 minute lunch break.

Visits are warmly welcomed. On-line applications are encouraged.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.