Year 1 Teacher Assistant

Experience in Year 1 is essential

Knowledge of Phonics Schemes

Able to deliver interventions to a small group of children

A Primary School located in the centre of Widnes have contacted Teaching Personnel, as they require a Year 1 Teaching Assistant. The role would be starting after October half term until July 2020 with a view to the position becoming permanent. You would be needed on a full time basis Monday - Friday (8.45am - 3.30pm). The role consists of working in the classroom supporting particular children in the class as well as delivering interventions to a small group of children. The interventions would be mainly focused on Phonics, Fine Motor skills and Vocabulary development. The successful candidate would be expected to provide quality support in line with the KS1 Curriculum framework, specifically targeting Maths, Reading and Writing skills.

The Deputy Head teacher, who deals with the recruitment in school, has noted that they will be looking for a Level 2 teaching assistant who can work effectively using their own initiative and improve standards under the leadership of the class teacher.

Job Type: Full time

Rate of pay: £9.50- £11.50 per day

Start date: October 2019

End date: July 2020

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