Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Contract: Fixed Term, Temporary until end of July 2025 with a possibility of becoming permanent

Salary Scale: TA2 depending upon experience, £23,500 - £23,893 (pay award pending) pro-rata

Actual salary: £17,434.46 - £17,726.03 per annum

Hours: Monday and Friday, 31.25 hours per week

We are committed to providing high quality learning for all children and are looking to recruit a class-based Teaching Assistant to support children.

This post is suitable for a Teaching Assistant with some experience, or for applicants who are in the process of gaining a TA qualification.

Ideally start date is Monday 30th September but there is some flexibility if required.

Pay Scale point will be dependent upon qualifications and experience.

There will be further support and training available for the right applicant.

This is initially a temporary post until end of July 2025 with the possibility of becoming permanent.

Qualities we are looking for in our Teaching Assistant:

• An interest in, and love of, working with children.
• The ability to work as part of a team.
• Imaginative in delivering and supporting stimulating learning opportunities for children.
• Have a positive approach and be flexible to the demands of the job.
• Demonstrate versatility, tact, commitment and the ability to use initiative.
• Be patient, able to stay calm, listen, and value children’s views
• Good communication skills and be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

All interested applicants should note that Ashton-under-Hill First School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and obtain medical clearance.

We look forward to hearing from you and we welcome visits to the school.

Vacancy Closing Date: Wednesday 18th September 2024