Teaching Assistant

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Thank you for your interest in our job vacancy. Please complete the application as fully as possible and explain any gaps in your employment history. We would like to understand more about how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the job description and person specification for the role.

The Governors of Dee Point Primary School wish to appoint a temporary full time or part time - dependant on the candidate, 1-1 teaching assistant to join our hard working and passionate team as soon as possible until the end of the academic year, with the view to extend. We are looking for a caring, patient and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team as a 1:1 support for a Year 1 child with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is a rewarding role where you will make a real difference every single day.

As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide consistent, individualised support to a Year 1 pupil to help them access learning
• Build positive, trusting relationships to support the child’s emotional wellbeing
• Use nurturing, trauma-informed approaches to help the child manage emotions and behaviour
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENDCo and outside professionals
• Support learning both in the classroom and during small group or individual tasks
• Help create a calm, safe and encouraging learning environment

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with young children, ideally within a school setting
• Understands SEMH needs and is confident using de-escalation and regulation strategies
• Is patient, resilient and able to form positive relationships
• Has excellent communication skills and can work well as part of a team
• Is committed to helping all children succeed
• Understands the importance of consistency, boundaries and nurture

We can offer:

• A supportive and friendly staff team
• Training and development opportunities in SEMH and inclusive practice
• A welcoming, inclusive school community
• The chance to genuinely change a child’s school experience for the better

To gain a much clearer and detailed picture of the role, it is strongly recommended you visit the school on the date and times available:

Tuesday 9th February 9.30am

Friday 13th February 9.30 am and 4.00pm

Please telephone the school office: 01244 372631 to confirm your attendance

The closing date is Friday 20th February @5.00pm

Shortlisting: Monday 23rd February

Interviews: Thursday 26th February

Our school community places the highest priority on keeping our children safe. Applicants for all posts will be subject to stringent vetting and induction processes. The holder of this post will be required to work with children under the age of 18 in a position of trust, and is, therefore, exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The successful candidate will be subject to the relevant checks and enhanced DBS.

For further information regarding this role, please contact admin@deepointprimary.cheshire.sch.uk.