Are you interested in becoming a teacher but want to gain more experience working with children? We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and skilled Graduate Teaching Assistant to work throughout the school.

In our most recent Ofsted Inspection in May 2019, we were judged Outstanding in all areas and continue to thrive as an organisation.

‘The curriculum provides pupils with rich and meaningful learning experiences.’

‘The provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is outstanding’

‘Teaching assistants have a very positive influence on pupils’ learning’.

 Ofsted 2019

 You will:

• Be passionate about supporting children across the school
• Display warmth, care and sensitivity in dealing with children
• Be open minded, self evaluative and adaptable to changing circumstances and new ideas
• Be able to enthuse and reflect upon experience
• Have ability to work flexibly
• Demonstrate drive, energy, enthusiasm
• Have the ability to prioritise and organise self
• Have good interpersonal/communication skills
• Like children and want the very best for them, being prepared to put their needs first
• You must have a degree in a relevant area and have some experience of working with children

We can offer:

• A high level of support and professional development
• Friendly and welcoming staff
• Supportive parents and Governors
• Enthusiastic, confident children
• Package of support for you to become a fully qualified teacher
• Free childcare for ages 3 and over, plus after school care is available in discussion with the school

Closing date: Friday 24th June 2022, 3.30pm

Interviews: Tuesday 28th June 2022

Safeguarding Statement

At Billesley Primary School, the safety and well-being of our children are at the heart of everything we do. Every child, regardless of age, gender, culture, community, race, or religion, has the right to be protected from harm and to learn in a safe, nurturing environment. We demonstrate our commitment to our children in all aspects of school life and hold all stakeholders accountable for the very highest standards of safeguarding.

Our Core Principles

A Culture of Vigilance: all staff and volunteers are trained to identify signs of abuse or maltreatment and operate from an ‘it could happen here’ mindset.

Child-Centred Approach: pupil leadership guides our actions and ensures pupil voice is central to decision-making.

Partnership: we work closely with parents, carers, and external agencies to provide the very best for our children.

Our Procedures

Robust Recruitment: rigorous safety vetting checks, including ID, DBS, Barred Lists, Right to Work, references and more, for all adults coming on site.

Statutory Compliance: full adherence to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and Working Together to Safeguard Children, including weekly staff safeguarding training.

Clear Reporting: a streamlined internal system (MyConcern) for reporting and tracking concerns with ‘real-time monitoring and response.

Curriculum Integration: teaching children how to stay safe through, for example, PSHE lessons, P4C lessons, online safety, healthy relationships, Rights of the Child assemblies, pupil voice meetings, award assemblies, current affairs discussions, open door policies and daily access to our pastoral and senior leadership teams.