Level Teaching Assistant - Wimborne St Giles CE First School and Nursery

About the role

Wimborne St Giles First School and Nursery are looking to appoint an HLTA with previous experience in children’s learning to join our team. We are looking for someone who is flexible, adaptable, has a willingness to be reflective and is able to work effectively in a close‑knit school team for the benefit of all the children at our school.

The role is 13 hours per week, term time only plus 5 INSET days. Days and times are negotiable.

We are a friendly and professional team who value the importance of getting on well together so that our school community can learn well and flourish. We have very high expectations for every learner and go the extra mile to ensure every child succeeds.

• A happy, welcoming school with a strong, positive and caring Christian ethos
• Wonderful children who are keen to achieve their best
• A professional and dedicated team committed to continual improvement
• Opportunities for excellent continued professional development and collaboration within and beyond our school as a member of DSAT (Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust)
• An extensive range of wellness services and professional learning opportunities to support growth and development

• Passionate about teaching and learning to enable all children to achieve success
• Can commit to working in partnership with the Head teacher and other staff both at Wimborne St Giles First School and Nursery and across DSAT
• Is able to foster excellent relationships with children, parents and staff
• Is able to contribute fully to school life
• Is keen to better their professional practice
• Can support the Christian ethos of the school

• Qualification in English/literacy and mathematics/numeracy, equivalent to at least Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework
• Assessed by an accredited Assessor as having met the HLTA standards

The Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and equal opportunities in employment. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and a Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed. We value the diversity of our workforce and welcome applications from all.