Grade 2 teaching assistants

2 x Teaching Assistants – TA Grade 2

One role in EYFS – Permanent

One role in KS1/2 – Temporary for one year

Required from September 2019

28.75 hours a week. Term time only

Powick CE Primary School is part of the Diocese of Worcester Multi Academy Trust. We provide a safe, inclusive environment to enable everyone in our school community to aspire to achieve of their best.

The Governing Body of Powick CE Primary School is seeking to appoint two teaching assistants (one permanent role and one temporary role).  We are seeking a teaching assistant for our Reception class and another teaching assistant to work across Key Stages 1 and 2 to provide support for children in class and through interventions.   The successful candidates 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 with age groups across the primary age range is desirable. Applicants should state any areas of expertise they may be able to bring to the school.

Powick CE Primary School is a friendly, caring school. We deliver an excellent, exciting education within a happy, caring and supportive environment. In July 2012, Ofsted confirmed our existing ‘Outstanding’ status. This is an exciting opportunity to work with delightful children as part of a dedicated and inspired staff team.

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 a good 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 reflect the values of our Church school

We can offer:

• opportunity for individualised CPD and other training
• a caring, committed, friendly and hard-working staff
• 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.

For further information, a detailed job description and application form please contact the school office on 01905 830336 or email: office@powick.worcs.sch.uk

Visits to the school are actively encouraged and can be arranged by telephoning the school.

Closing date for applications: 3pm on Wednesday 22^nd May 2019.

Interviews to take place on Friday 7^th June 2019.