Teaching Assistant

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Please submit an application form and a supporting statement of no more than two sides of A4 outlining why you are interested in the opportunity and how your application addresses the requirements for the role. Applications should be returned electronically to Louisa Stride, sbm@acornswhitley.co.uk. Alternatively, send a hard copy to: Mr N Painter The Acorns Primary & Nursery School Pooltown Road Ellesmere Port Cheshire CH65 7ED

Teaching Assistant:

Permanent

Salary dependant on experience. At least grade: 4 £23,114 - £23,893 (SCP 4-6) pro rata.

Hours; 35 hrs. per week (8:30am – 4.00pm), term time only

The Governors of The Acorns Primary & Nursery School wish to appoint an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to work withs in our Early Years setting.

We are looking for someone with who can:

• Demonstrate prior experience caring for / working with young people
• Ideally, have experience in Early Years and have knowledge and practical experience to support children in developing early reading skills.
  
  
• Demonstrate experience of working with pupils with Special Educational Needs including carrying out intimate personal care
• Support whole class teaching and learning, whilst being able to support small group intervention to help pupils make rapid progress.
  
  
• Take the initiative when supporting the planning, delivery and assessment of learning tasks
• Undertake regular observations and contribute to the delivery of the children’s learning under the direction of teachers and colleagues
• Demonstrate a commitment to raising standards
• Demonstrate creative flair to make learning memorable, enjoyable and purposeful
• Show a clear understanding of continuous and enhanced provision
• Set high expectations of behaviour and learning for all
• Reflect on own practice and be keen to develop further
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Be a team player and thrive on the challenges of working in a fully inclusive school

The closing date for applications is Friday 1st May. Interviews will take place Thursday 7th May.Please feel free to call the school office or email the Headteacher, Mr Painter, if you have any questions or feel you would benefit from a visit to the school.

To apply for this position, please request an application form from l.stride@theacornsprimary.co.uk and return the completed forms, including a letter of application evidencing how you meet the criteria for the position and why you feel you would be an appropriate candidate for the role, to n.painter@theacornsprimary.co.uk

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References will be taken up for all shortlisted candidates prior to interview. The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS Disclosu