Teaching Assistant (Part time)

We are looking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Teaching Assistant. The successful candidate will be based in key stage one initially however they must be prepared to work across the whole school. You must hold a recognised Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent and be able to demonstrate excellent relationships with adults and children.

The successful candidate will help and instruct both individuals and small groups in working towards their individual targets. Experience and knowledge of Read, Write Inc phonics scheme would be an advantage.

The post is a part time, fixed term contract until 18th July 2025.

18 hours per week (8.30am to 12.15pm, Monday to Friday)

Grade C, scale point 6, Term Time only plus 4 PD Days £23,893 FTE, £10,131.63 Actual Salary

We are looking for someone who:

  • Has the passion to make the difference to the lives of the children in our community
  • Can support children learning to read
  • Has the ability to motivate and inspire pupils to learn
  • Demonstrates excellent practice and high expectations in teaching and learning
  • Can work effectively alongside colleagues and parents

We can offer:

  • A friendly, caring and supportive environment
  • A dedicated and enthusiastic staff team who prioritise the needs of our pupils and families
  • Ongoing professional development
  • A supportive leadership team and Governing Body
  • Keen, polite and well-motivated pupils who are eager to learn

 

Lockwood Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. We have a robust Child Protection Policy and all staff will receive training relevant to their role at induction and throughout employment at the School. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service criminal records check for work with children.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school on 01287 650238 to arrange an appointment.

Closing date for applications is Friday 18th October 2024 at 2.00pm

Interviews to be held in the week commencing Monday 21st October 2024.  Successful applicants will be contacted by email for interview. If you have not been contacted by the 22nd October 2024 please consider your application unsuccessful