Teaching Assistant – TA Grade 1/2

TA Grade 1/2

Working in KS1/KS2 Permanent

Required from 25^th April 2022

30 hours a week and 5 INSET days

The Local Academy Board of Powick CE Primary School is seeking to appoint a teaching assistant to work across KS1 and KS2.  The role will include both providing support for children in class and delivering interventions.  The successful candidate will be expected to provide general classroom support when required, working alongside the classroom teacher and to deliver programmes of learning to specific individuals / small groups of pupils. Experience of working across the primary age range is desirable although experience in specific year groups will also be considered. Applicants should state any previous experience or areas of expertise they may be able to bring to the school.

The duties and responsibilities allocated to the post will be based on the skills, experience, knowledge and qualifications of the individual appointed, which will determine the salary grade.

The successful candidates will:

• Be an effective classroom practitioner
• Be sensitive to the needs of individual learners
• Be enthusiastic and determined to make learning fun
• Have experience of leading interventions
• Be passionate about good teaching and learning
• Have good English and Maths skills
• Be responsible and resourceful
• Have relevant qualifications
• Be committed to raising the level of achievement for all pupils, regardless of economic background or other need
• Have a positive, cheerful attitude
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team
• Be able to support the social and emotional development of our pupils
• Have an awareness of promoting mental health and wellbeing for all
• Be able to reflect the values of our Church school

We can offer:

• opportunity for individualised CPD and other training
• a caring, community who embody our school vision and values
• happy, well-behaved, enthusiastic and motivated pupils who are proud of their school and enjoy learning
• a supportive Governing Body

 Powick Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure, two positive references, medical clearance and evidence of appropriate qualifications.

Visit to the school are welcome please contact the school office on office@powick.worcs.sch.uk or 01905830336 to arrange an appointment.

Please complete the attached DoWMAT application form and return electronically to finance@powick.worcs.sch.uk or by post.

Closing date:  1st March 2022