Overview
26.25hrs per week Teaching Assistant Duty NJC Grade C; 5hrs per week Mealtime Assistant Duty NJC Grade A.
To commence September 2026.
Role purpose
This post is to primarily work in KS2 providing general support for the learning of the classes under the direction of the teacher. There will be a requirement to perform a mealtime assistant duty each day, so flexibility and adaptability is a preference. This is a temporary post initially for up to 12 months, with the possibility of future roles across the Trust for experienced and skilled individuals.
Person specification
We are looking for someone with a strong, sensitive and caring approach to children’s needs, who is an effective communicator and able to think creatively. You will need to show initiative and be solution focussed. It would be beneficial to have experience of working with children with complex needs.
What we offer
We offer you the support of clear systems, protocols, expectations and structures to help you succeed. You will need to show initiative, creativity and demonstrate the aptitude to work as part of a successful and growing team to improve the life chances of our pupils and make every child feel special.
Requirements and responsibilities
- Have excellent literacy and numeracy skills;
- Be able to build positive relationships with children, staff and parents;
- Have high expectations of children’s behaviour and be able to maintain consistent boundaries;
- Be willing to work as part of a team;
- Be able to use your own initiative when required;
- Have experience in a similar role in a school;
- You should have a good knowledge of phonics plus literacy and numeracy to GCSE A-C or equivalent.
What we can offer you
- Salary Sacrifice offers, including Bike2Work, Tech Scheme and Gym Membership
- Substantial workplace pension
- Term time ‘Give Back Day’ to take for personal reasons
- Staff Wellbeing support
- CPD opportunities for all staff
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A DBS disclosure and Social Media check is required for this post.
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