Early Years/KS1 Teaching Assistant
From September 2023 - NJC Grade 3 (Outer London) - 25 hours per week
We are looking for an Early Years/Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant with a passion for developing and challenging children's learning to work within our well-resourced school.
Smitham is a happy and nurturing school, with high expectations for learning and behaviour. We are a two-form entry Primary school with a Nursery which is being expanded to three forms of entry and two nursery classes. It is set in extensive grounds, which supports our ambitious curriculum delivered through outdoor learning, the Arts and Sport. We are passionate about developing and challenging our children to reach their full potential.
If you would like to be part of a dynamic, collaborative team driving school improvement, then Smitham is the school for you.
We can offer you …
- Strong emphasis in the learning environment, outdoor learning and forest schools
- A broad curriculum and a strong focus on the personal, social and emotional well-being of our pupils
- Modern and well equipped facilities as part of a newly expanded school
- A focus on staff well-being
- Onsite parking
- A commitment to developing all staff through professional development
The successful candidate will …
• Have a clear understanding of child development and the expectations of the Early Years and or KS1curriculum
• Be committed to achieving high standards
• Be passionate about supporting the children's learning
• Be energetic, enthusiastic and have a good sense of humour
• Enjoy creating an inspirational and vibrant learning environment
• Work collaboratively and effectively within a year group team
• Recognise children’s barriers to learning and support children in overcoming these
• Have experience of supporting children, including those with a variety of SEN needs
• Have experience of working in partnership with parents
The role is part time: 5 days a week, term time and INSET days
Closing date: 9th June
Interviews: w/b 12th June
If you are interested in finding out more about this post or to arrange a visit, please contact the school office by phone or email.
SMITHAM Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are committed to building a culture of inclusion and to providing equal opportunities, regardless of ethnicity, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, civil partnership, marital or family status, pregnancy, disability or any other status protected by law. We embrace diversity and recognise as a team the benefit of having a diverse set of views and backgrounds within our school community.
