Key Stage 1 - Teaching Assistant BB5

An Ofsted graded 'GOOD' primary school, with 'OUTSTANDING' features, are looking to appoint an engaging and positive Teaching Assistant to provide full-time, general support in a Year 1 class from October half term until March 2020, with the potential of a school contract following a successful period of probation.

The primary school is situated in Accrington & is based just off a popular main road. The proportion of disadvantaged pupils known to be eligible for support through the pupil premium is just above national average, as is the proportion of children with special educational needs. The school aim to provide a happy and safe learning environment whereby each individual child is able to actively live out each day through the school's deep Christian faith. The Head Teacher, as well as the school's committed team of staff, are welcoming, approachable and are eager to support new members of staff to ensure they feel happy in the work that they do.

The successful candidate will provide general support to an experienced teacher in a lower Key Stage 1 - Year 1 class. Responsibilities will include supporting lower attaining pupils and challenging higher achieving pupils during lessons; delivering 1:1 and small group interventions in order to boost progress across the core curriculum; and assisting the Class Teacher in providing an inclusive and engaging learning environment, whereby learning is enjoyed and encourages the children to take responsibility for their own journey in education.

A little more information about the curriculum coverage:

English - Using the popular Talk for Writing approach, which gives the children an opportunity to rehearse and enjoy the text before innovating specific aspects and then writing their own individual version.

Mathematics - Working on boosting the children's math fluency, which includes rapid mental addition and subtraction, and knowledge of the times tables.

Phonics - The Letters & Sounds scheme of work is used when teaching Phonics and in the Reception class Jolly Phonics is also incorporated in the sessions.

The Head Teacher, who will be the key point of contact for this role, is seeking the following:

• Level 2 qualified Teaching Assistant or higher
• Recent experience in Key Stage 1
• Excellent knowledge of Phonics
• Confidence in delivering 1:1 and small group interventions
• Hard working, hands-on and willing to get stuck in to the position of general teaching assistant
• Friendly and will fit in well with the team of staff at the school
• Available full-time (8:30 - 15:30) from October half-term 2019
• Competitive rates of pay (£9.50 - £11.50 per hour, dependent upon experience)

Does this role sound like something for you? Then apply now! Send an up to date CV to Howard at Teaching Personnel.