Teaching Assistant
| Salary | Grade 3 |
| Location | Singleton CofE Primary School |
| Address | Singleton C Of E Primary School, Charlton Road, Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 0HP |
| Website | www.singleton.w-sussex.sch.uk |
| office@singleton.school | |
| Telephone No | 01243 811679 |
| Required From | 1st July 2024 |
| Contract | Permanent, Full-time, Term-time 32.5 hours per week |
| Would you like to be a Teaching Assistant and make a positive difference to the start of children’s education? If you are looking to start, develop or further your experience in Education and Teaching, we have the perfect job for you!
Come and join our dedicated team at Singleton CE Primary School, a nurturing, small village school in the South Downs. We are looking for a Teaching Assistant, to start with us in July 2024, working as part of the classroom team, supporting colleagues as necessary, working with children with an age range of 4-7. The successful candidates will work alongside experienced staff to gain knowledge and skills related to this role. Where applicable, the successful candidate will complete a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship through an external provider. The provider must be organised and arranged by the candidate. Our vision is ‘Nurturing Individuals to Flourish….’ and we wish to appoint someone who is able to embody this in their relationships and interactions with our children. You will be able to use your initiative, show commitment and dedication and have the ability to work as part of a team. Duties include: • To work as part of the classroom team, supporting colleagues as necessary, both within the class team and across the whole school. To work under the direction of the class Teacher and the School Leadership Team • To help provide a safe and happy environment in which the pupils can learn in line with the school’s vision and values • To keep abreast of current trends and developments in education by reading, attending school in-service training and courses and to share information with colleagues and to gain the skills required to support children. • To assist with the preparation of the classroom and tidying up of the classrooms and maintenance of equipment after each session as well as preparation of learning resources under the direction of the class teacher • To help carry out the individual programmes of pupils as agreed with the class teacher, keeping records as required including marking of pupils’ work and maintenance of learning journals • To contribute to the systems of recording pupils progress and attainment Desired skills • Positive experience of working with children in an educational setting/primary age children • Able to demonstrate an interest in working with and interacting with children • A basic understanding of principles of child development and learning processes • Good communication and listening skills • Able to use technology to enhance learning/record keeping where necessary Personal qualities • Able to relate well to children and adults • Able to work independently but to keep others informed both verbally and in written form • Patience, co-operation, problem solving approach, adaptable and caring nature, use of initiative • Understanding of roles and responsibilities and your contribution to pupils’ learning • Understand the need for confidentiality when required We are looking for a person with: • An excellent general education • Good level of English and maths • Strong communication skills • The ability to use relevant technology/equipment • The ability to work as part of a team • A commitment to the happiness, well-being, self-esteem, and progress of everyone at the school • Personal skills and qualities required to form positive relationships with children, parents and carers • High aspirations for pupils and themselves We will offer: • Fabulous and enthusiastic children and families • A happy school with a welcoming and supportive team • Professional development opportunities to enhance and develop your skills and knowledge We are committed to safeguarding and all applicants must be willing to undergo screening including DBS. | |
| Posted Date: | 24 April 2024 |
| Closing Date: | 17 May 2024 |
| Interview Date: | 23rd May 2024 |