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Teaching Assistant-Key Stage 2
LGS Band 2 Points 11-14
17.5 hours (term time only), plus 5 hours Midday assistant role LGS Band 1 Points 8-10
Required September 2018
We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to join our strong and effective staff team - the successful candidate will initially be based in Year 5. The role involves supporting individuals and groups of children and also carrying out classroom based duties. In addition, the successful candidate will have a daily Midday Supervision role of one hour per day.
We are looking for someone who
- is 'hands on' and can bring energy, enthusiasm and a sense of fun to the role
- is caring, dedicated and patient and willing to use their own initiative to support the classteacher and pupils
- has an understanding of child development and how children learn
- has very good personal numeracy, literacy/grammar and ICT skills (minimum GCSE Grade C or equivalent)
- is able to work in close partnership with the classteacher and staff team
Previous experience of working with children is preferable but not essential, as training and support will be provided
This is a public facing role and therefore the successful candidate must speak fluent English.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The position is subject to a DBS check and references. To apply please contact Mrs Flowers at the school office on 01277 810218 or admin@ingravejohnstone.essex.sch.uk.