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We are looking to appoint an experienced and inspiring Teaching Assistant to support KS2 pupils in their learning. This is a term only post contracted to work 21 hours per week from Tuesday to Friday commencing as soon as possible. The role is initially a fixed term contract to 31st August 2021 with the possibility of extending after this date.
The rate of pay for a Teaching Assistant is Essex Schools Local Government Pay Scale 3 Points 3 - 4 with a starting pro-rata salary of £9,087 per annum.
The successful candidate will support Classroom Teachers in the teaching and management of pupils in the classroom and playground, establishing good relationships with pupils and acting as a role model for them.
You must have relevant experience and a minimum of English and mathematics at GCSEgrade A-C or equivalent.
Key activities of the Teaching Assistant include:
· Supporting pupils in undertaking literacy, numeracy and other learning tasks
· Preparing the classroom for lessons
· Undertaking pupil record keeping
· Promoting good pupil behaviour
· Encouraging pupils to work independently and with others as appropriate
We offer the opportunity of working in a school with:
· friendly and enthusiastic pupils
· an excellent team of teachers and teaching assistants
· a good professional development programme
Montgomery Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring check.
Unfortunately, due to Covid-19 restrictions we are unable to host visits to the school at present however we encourage applicants to contact the headteacher directly by telephone or email at head@montgomery-jun.essex.sch.uk to discuss the role.
Please contact the school office if you require any other information.
Information about the School
Montgomery Junior School is a three form Junior school located on the leafy, garrison estate. The school has well established links with the military community and are proud to serve the families locally.
Staff vacancies are rare due to the supportive team of staff and well behaved pupils. The school is set in extensive grounds with well kept facilities. . The school was inspected in November 2019 and was described as 'Good' in every category, with the potential to move to outstanding. The most recent Ofsted report (Nov 2019) commented on " the welcoming and supportive ethos of the school." and also the fact that "Pupils work hard in lessons to achieve their best."