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Teaching and Learning Support Assistant - VACANCY
Fixed Term Contract (1 year, September 20 to August 21)
Term Time only - 39 weeks a year
Band 3
The post will be for 5 days per week, term time only.
The working hours will be 8:30am to 3:15pm.
This post will have Midday Assistant responsibility.
Closing Date: 4pm Friday 26th June 2020 Interview: W/B Monday 6 July
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The Federation of Farnham and Rickling are looking to appoint a qualified Teaching & Learning Support Assistant with experience working in a school setting in Key Stage 2.
The successful applicant will:
Be enthusiastic, confident and able to show initiative
Be an effective communicator with pupils and staff,and willing to work in partnership with the Class Teacher
Be self-motivated with high expectations of self and others
Support learning and teaching in line with school procedures and policies, adapt questioning and instructions to the needs of the class and will have a positive attitude to learning.
Hold at least an A - C pass in GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)
Hold at least an NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant or equivalent.
Have the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with pupils, treating them with respect and consideration, and most importantly care for our children.
The role will encompass the following:
To work under direct supervision by the class teachers and at times be expected to use their own initiative to organise activities and tasks
To use initiative and contribute to creating a stimulating and purposeful learning environment
To work in partnership with other teaching assistants
To provide feedback to the class teacher on pupils progress
To support the class teacher in planning differentiated work for pupils
To create simple resources to support the pupils work, as appropriate
To attend INSET days and training as identified by the Head teacher
To undertake MDA supervision daily
We are committed to a child-centred education and to ensuring that every child in our community has access to the highest possible standard of education.
Visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged. For further details please contact Rickling School Office on 01799 543274 or at admin@rickling.essex.sch.uk.
The Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to safer recruitment procedures and this post is subject to successful medical checks, references and an enhanced DBS check. (2 written references will be required for interview)
Information about the School
We are very proud of our two schools that make up the Federation. They are charming village schools situated in beautiful rural Essex, both with outstanding views of the countryside and both of which form the heart and soul of their respective villages.
Our Schools provide a caring, supportive environment for children to develop a love of learning and respect and understanding for others.
Each child is treated as an individual, with individual needs and abilities, and everyone is encouraged to try to achieve their best and to have high aspirations.
Our schools enable children to become self-confident and resourceful individuals, with a broad and varied skill set, in readiness for the next step of their schooling journey.
The schools share the same vision, values and ethos, which are nurtured in our small school environment.
Our lovely schools are led by our Head Teacher, Mrs Hannah Wheatcroft, who is supported by her dedicated staff and Governing Body
For more information about the school, including our vision and values please visit our school website https://www.federationfarnhamrickling.co.uk/welcome/
Information about the School
We are very proud of our two schools that make up the Federation. They are charming village schools situated in beautiful rural Essex, both with outstanding views of the countryside and both of which form the heart and soul of their respective villages.
Our Schools provide a caring, supportive environment for children to develop a love of learning and respect and understanding for others.
Each child is treated as an individual, with individual needs and abilities, and everyone is encouraged to try to achieve their best and to have high aspirations.
Our schools enable children to become self-confident and resourceful individuals, with a broad and varied skill set, in readiness for the next step of their schooling journey.
The schools share the same vision, values and ethos, which are nurtured in our small school environment.
Our lovely schools are led by our Headteacher, Mrs Tracey Bratley, who is supported by her dedicated staff and Governing Body.