Teaching Assistant (Physical Education Teaching Assistant and Technician)

Teaching Assistant Grade 1

Physical Education Teaching Assistant and Technician

12 month contract with the opportunity to become permanent

Scale TA1, points 1 - 4: Actual Salary: £11,934 - £12,540

28 hours and 10 mins per week, Mon – Fri term time only plus 5 days

Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College is an outstanding Catholic school committed to ensuring all of our students excel spirituality and academically.  At Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College everything we do is “For the Greater Glory of God”. Our vision is that all members of our community play their part in making the world a better place. In order for society to flourish we strive to be people of good character as described by our college virtues.

Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College is a popular and well respected school which is always oversubscribed.  Parents recognise that we are an inclusive community where staff and students aim to live their lives in the image of Christ as far more than merely words on a page.

We are looking to appoint an engaging and enthusiastic Physical Education Teaching Assistant and Technician who is able to support both our SEND students and the college PE department both within the curriculum and extra-curricular activities. Outside of the curriculum, the successful candidate will carry out daily technician duties to ensure the efficient running of the Physical Education Department and work with a caseload of students in line with other Teaching Assistants. Our college PE department has an outstanding reputation and you will be part of a team which embraces the many positive outcomes which participation in physical activity brings. The department’s approach is totally inclusive and as a consequence students enjoy and participate fully in lessons with many also taking part in extracurricular activities

In return our college can offer you a welcoming and inclusive environment with a culture of openness and transparency. We place great emphasis on the wellbeing of our staff and offer a number of benefits to support this. You will also benefit from support, mentoring and development tailored to you. Staff flourish at Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College and we offer ongoing career advancement for staff at all levels.

Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College is a very special place to work. Our students are friendly, enthusiastic, and eager to learn. Staff are caring, supportive and dedicated to finding the true potential in each and every one of our students.  The PE and SEND team s play a pivotal role in ensuring that our students receive a high quality education and that their time at our college is a fulfilling and enjoyable one. If you believe that you have the skills and passion to work in a role which we believe will make a real difference to young people, please see our website for further details and an application form.

Completed applications should be returned to Mrs Kay Taylor, Headteacher’s PA before the closing date: ktaylor@blessededward.co.uk .

Closing date: 10.00am on Thursday 23 June 2022.

Please note, we do not accept CVs.