Teaching Assistant

Responsibilities

We believe all children deserve the very best early start in life. Do you? Are you passionate and committed to supporting young children with their learning and personal development? Do you have the enthusiasm to provide a safe and stimulating environment for our pupils? We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible and committed Teaching Assistant. As a Teaching Assistant in a mainly classroom based role, you will work with colleagues to support core learning including: reading, writing, and mathematics.

You will also provide support in the playground encouraging the children's development of positive social friendships and play skills. You will also assist with the organisation of the breakfast club and assist in the provision of quality play opportunities. The successful candidate will be able to provide a nurturing environment and enjoy working as part of a friendly and dedicated team.

• Experience of establishing positive relationships with young children and the ability to empathise with their needs
• A strong commitment to supporting children's learning
• A patient, resourceful, enthusiastic and flexible approach
• You will have experience of working with/caring for children, have your own children, or have worked with children in a voluntary capacity
• A keen interest in outdoor learning and making activities engaging and accessible to all
  Automatic annual pay increments:
  Pay progression is not linked to performance and all our staff benefit from automatic pay progression (subject to the maximum salary for the role). Cost of living awards are also reviewed annually.
• Generous Pension:
  Safeguard your future with financial security throughout your retirement. Employer contribution rate of 18.9%.
• Holiday Entitlement:
  Take advantage of 27 days annual leave per annum (FTE), plus statutory Bank Holidays.
• Health and Wellbeing: A strong commitment to your health and wellbeing including; onsite Wellbeing Champions, designated Mental Health Ambassadors and an annual day devoted to your health and wellbeing. This day provides the opportunity to spend valuable time catching up with colleagues, as well as some Time for You to do whatever most enhances your wellbeing.
• Personal Development Day:
  One day annually dedicated to your personal development which could include volunteering, training