Teaching Assistant (TA2)

TA2 (SCP 5-6)

Flexible Hours Contracts

Minimum 17 hrs 30 minutes per week

Maximum 32 hrs 30 minutes per week

(Initially working 32hrs 30 minutes per week)

Our school is seeking to appoint a Permanent Teaching Assistant to join our friendly, dedicated and hard working team.

The role will be based initially in Nursery which is an integral part of school and led by a qualified teacher in which the successful candidate will need to :

• Work closely with the other staff to provide an inviting and stimulating learning environment for the children.
• Support children in their learning through high quality interactions in their play and also through the activities planned by the teacher.
• Make regular observations and share these as part of the ongoing assessment of children’s learning.
• Build good relationships with parents which will support strong home-school links

We have very high expectations, always striving to provide the best possible opportunities and outcomes for each child. The successful candidates will possess the following:

• an appropriate NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification and English and Maths grades 4 / grades C or above
• recent experience of working in an Early Years’ setting with 3-5 yr olds.
• have some knowledge and understanding of pupils’ different learning needs.
• be able to work in partnership with teachers to provide an excellent learning environment within the classroom.
• able to work as part of a team but also independently if required.
• have proven skills in positive behaviour management.
• have excellent organisational skills
• have a positive, calm manner, be adaptable and have a good sense of humour!

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check and disqualification staff declaration form prior to taking up the position.

Prospective candidates are warmly welcomed to visit our school. 

Please call the school office to arrange an appointment.

For further details and an application form, please contact the school on 01527 528523 or email Mrs M Harrison (School Business Manager): businessmanager@oakhill.worcs.sch.uk

Closing date for completed applications:  1^st October 2021 @ 9am

Interviews will take place:  8^th October 2021