JOB OVERVIEW
1-to-1 SEN TEACHING ASSISTANT OPPORTUNITIES AT THE SCHOOL - START ASAP
We need 1 Teaching Assistant to work 1-to-1 with children with special educational needs in key stage 1 and Nursery.
Working hours: 8.15am to 3.15pm
Monday to Friday during term time (39 weeks pre annum)
An excellent opportunity has arisen for 1 strong candidate to support teaching and learning at Fosse Mead Primary Academy in Leicester. This role is varied, and we are looking for an adaptable, flexible and resourceful individual, able to cope in a high-pressure environment and deal with constantly changing priorities.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Working with a wide range of class teachers to deliver excellent teaching and learning.
- Coaching children on a 1:1 basis.
- Some intimate care with the child being supported
- Accompanying groups on trips.
- Supporting assessment and evidencing learning
- Working with the teacher to create stimulating classroom displays and learning resources
- Maintaining a safe and positive environment for all learners
- Creating opportunities for all learners to reach their potential, irrespective of ability
WHAT WE OFFER:
- The opportunity of working within a supportive, friendly environment in this well run and respected school.
- Good opportunities for personal and career development.
- Pension Scheme.
- Employee benefits such as childcare vouchers and retail discounts.
- Access to gym and free access to employee assistance Programme.
THE RIGHT CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
- Competency in English and Maths
- Previous childcare experience.
- a proven ability to work on their own initiative.
- a high level of communication skills and the ability to relate positively to children and adults.
- the ability to use relevant technology/equipment.
- a can-do attitude.
- a commitment to the happiness well-being, self-esteem and progress of everyone at the school.
Deadline for applications is open ended
Interviews will be arranged upon application
Previous applicants need not apply for this post
This post will involve contact with vulnerable groups (children, young people and/or adults) and is therefore, exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Disclosure check. This exemption means that shortlisted applicants for this post will be required to declare all criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, and bind- overs both spent and unspent in their application, before interview and regardless of the passage of time.