Teaching Assistant - KS1 (2806 )

Cumbria; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A respected Catholic school in the UK seeks a Temporary Part-time Teaching Assistant to support Early Years/KS1. The ideal candidate will have experience in these settings and a commitment to the school's Catholic ethos. Responsibilities include supporting students with special educational needs and maintaining high expectations. This role offers 28.75 hours per week with a possibility of extension.

Qualifications

• At least a relevant NVQ level 2 or equivalent qualification.
• 3 years full time or 5 years part time experience as a Teaching Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Support the learning needs of pupils in Early Years/KS1.
• Uphold and support the Catholic ethos of the school.
• Work as part of a dedicated team.

Skills

Experience in Early Years or KS1 setting

Good knowledge of supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs

Excellent inter-personal and communication skills

Ability to remain calm in challenging situations

Flexibility

Education

Relevant NVQ level 2 or equivalent qualification

Job description

• Job type:Teaching Assistant / Senior Teaching Assistant / Higher Level Teaching Assistant
• Contract:Temporary
• Work pattern:Part-time
• Salary:Please see below
• Date posted: Wednesday 8 January 2025
• Closing date for applications: Friday 24 January 2025
• Employer:Catholic

Required from 24th February 2025

1 x Temporary Part time Teaching Assistant – 28.75 hours per week
Early Years or KS1 Experience preferred
(Temporary initially to 31st August 2025 due to funding but may be extended)

The governors of this happy, friendly and well respected Catholic school wish to appoint a temporary part time Teaching Assistant to join our committed hard working team. This post is to work within our early years / KS1 classes and required to provide sens support.
You will have at least a relevant NVQ level 2 or equivalent qualification, or 3 years full time or 5 years part time experience working as a Teaching Assistant.

We are looking for someone who has:
• Experience of working within and Early Years or KS1 setting
• A commitment to upholding and supporting the Catholic ethos of the school
• Good knowledge and experience of supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs, in particular social, emotional & mental health issues and challenging behaviour
• Motivation and enthusiasm
• High expectations for pupils
• Excellent inter-personal and communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• The ability to remain calm in challenging situations
• Flexibility is essential

Visits to our school are welcomed.

For application forms and further information, please contact Mrs N J Nicholas on 01229 772731 or email [e-mail]

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday 24th January 2025 and interviews will be held on Friday 31st January 2025.

St James’ Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure and checks will also be made with past employers.

Contact St James' Catholic Primary School

St James Catholic Primary School
Lonsdale Road
Millom
LA18 4AS