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Permanent: KS1 Teaching Assistant
Part Time (20 hours per week- afternoons )
Term Time Only including Inset Days – 39 weeks)
Pay Scale: Grade 3
Required for November
The Governors are seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant (qualified to Level 3) to support KS1 children
We are looking for someone who:
- holds a relevant Level 3 Child Care or Teaching Assistant qualification
- is an outstanding, committed practitioner with high expectations for all children
- is proficient in supporting the delivery of all aspects of teaching and learning in KS1, particularly phonics
- has knowledge and experience of delivering high quality phonics/early reading sessions that enable children to make good progress
- has a good understanding of the need for strategies to motivate and inspire all children to make good progress, particularly those in vulnerable groups
- will be an effective communicator and be keen to work in collaboration with colleagues
- will be flexible and resourceful whilst always putting the needs of the children first
- will be able to use their own initiative and work independently
- will have a commitment to their own professional development.
- will be prepared to be involved in the wider life of the school.
We can offer:
- Fantastic children who deserve the very best opportunities
- Supportive, hard-working colleagues and Governors who care passionately about our School and community
- A friendly, highly supportive atmosphere to work in
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed on Monday 23rd September at 10:30am. Please confirm your attendance with the School.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a criminal record check from Criminal Records Bureau.
The school is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. As part of our due diligence and to comply with our obligations in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search of publicly available information will be undertaken for all shortlisted candidates. The successful applicant will be subject to provide an enhanced DBS disclosure.
Grindon Infant School safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with Sunderland Local Safeguarding Board Procedures.
Completed applications should be returned to Grindon Infant School, Gleneagles Road, Grindon, Sunderland, SR4 9QN or emailed to: gillian.charlton@grindoninfantschool.uk
Closing date: 02.10.24
Shortlisting: 03.10.24
Interview: 17.10.24
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