Teaching Assistant

This is a 1:1 Teaching Assistant post at St Mary's Catholic Primary School, part of St Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Multi-Academy Trust, with a start as soon as possible. The work is individual support for one child, helping them access the curriculum, take part in classroom routines and build confidence and independence alongside the class teacher and SENDCO. The post is 32.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday, term-time only plus INSET days, in a Catholic school open to families of all faiths.

Visa sponsorship is not available.

• Provide tailored 1:1 support to meet the child's individual learning and developmental needs
• Support the child to access the curriculum and take part in learning activities
• Encourage positive behaviour, social interaction and emotional wellbeing
• Develop the child's confidence, communication and independence
• Support participation in classroom routines and wider school life
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and follow agreed strategies to support the child's progress
• Promote a safe, inclusive and caring learning environment where every child feels supported and valued

• Caring, patient, approachable and nurturing
• Enthusiasm for supporting children's learning and development
• Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with children
• Calm, flexible and proactive in responding to individual needs
• Good communicator who works effectively as part of a team
• Support for the ethos and values of a Catholic school

• Enhanced DBS check
• Satisfactory references
• Pre-employment medical clearance
• Online searches for shortlisted candidates, in line with KCSIE

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

• Previous experience in a primary school
• Previous experience of working with children with additional needs

• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Competitive salary and benefits, not itemised in the advert