KS1 Teaching Assistant

KS1 Teaching Assistant

An Ofsted graded ‘GOOD’ primary school are looking to appoint an engaging and proactive teaching assistant to provide full-time, general support in a Key Stage 1 class from September 2023 until July 2024, with the potential of a school contract in 2024 following a successful period of probation.

The primary school in which this role is situated is located on the outskirts of Skelmersdale. The proportion of disadvantaged pupils known to be eligible for support through the pupil premium is below average and the proportion of children with special educational needs is inline with the national average. The school pride themselves on providing a distinctive, inspiring and exciting learning environment, where the members of the school community work together to provide opportunities for children to achieve their potential, explore and develop themselves alongside others. 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 Key Stage 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.

In order to be successful in the appointment of this classroom support position, recent Key Stage 1 experience is essential. A good knowledge of the National Curriculum and the expected standard for the year groups in Ks1 are necessary to provide the best support for the children. Consequently, confidence in delivering interventions in order to enhance progression across the core curriculum is of high importance. The school teach phonics using the popular DfE Letters and Sounds phonics resource. In Mathematics, the school are working on deepening the children’s understanding and its relevance to our every day lives. Accordingly, it is possible that the successful candidate will be required to deliver interventions in this area.

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
• 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 September 2023
• Competitive rates of pay (£11.85 - £12.85 per hour, dependent upon experience)

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.

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