Early Years Assistant (Level 3) 2 vacancies, part time

Maternity Cover

Start date: 4th January (or as soon as possible after that)

Vacancy 1: 20 hours: 11.30am- 3.30pm

Salary: Grade 2: Point 5-6 (£8,928- £9,106 pro rata) FTE: £19,312- £19,698

Vacancy 2: 9 hours: 8.30am- 6pm (Tuesday)

Salary: Grade 2: Point 5-6 (£4,017- £4,098 pro rata) FTE: £19,312- £19,698
These posts can be combined (25 hours per week- 4 afternoons and one full day) if applicant wishes. (£11,160- £11,383 pro rata) FTE: £19,312- £19,698

Somers Park promotes the highest standards for all of our children as we strive to develop critical thinkers who love learning. We are looking for early years assistants to join our happy and successful team.

For the role of a teaching assistant we are looking for somebody who:
loves working with children!
has strong interpersonal skills with pupils, staff and parents
is able to make children think, uses high quality questioning and promotes a thirst for knowledge
has high expectations of all children in every aspect of school life and is committed to safeguarding and well-being
is able to enthuse and inspire children
is successful when working collaboratively and who will contribute to a dynamic and hardworking team

Our school:
has pupils who are enthusiastic and highly motivated, with a love of learning, and who thrive in a creative and challenging atmosphere
has strong and supportive middle and senior leaders
is committed to supporting continuous professional development
has a team of staff that is recognised for its enthusiastic, friendly and rigorous approach to teaching and learning
has parents and carers who are supportive and ambitious for their children
has spacious premises and lovely grounds providing an excellent learning environment

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged. Please contact our recruitment coordinator, Claire Evans, in the school office on 01684 572949 or via email cevans@metacademies.org.uk to arrange a convenient date or for further details.

Mercian Educational Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to the protection and safety of its students and therefore this post will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and satisfactory references.

Closing date: Friday 3rd December 2021, 9am.
Interviews: week beginning 6th December 2021