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Acton CE Primary Academy (On-Site)
Temporary, Term time
Enhanced DBS check required
Competitive and based upon experience
17.5 hours a week, working afternoons
Teaching Assistant Role
About the role
Acton CE Primary Academy is looking to appoint a new member of staff. The staff member would be part of a team in a class where there are children with additional needs – some time would be supporting these children specifically.
The role would begin as soon as possible in the Autumn Term 2024; we would welcome you making contact with us over the summer holidays, where we can discuss the role further. Please email the Headteacher, Chris Priddey (head@actonceacademy.org.uk) to make an appointment.
We would welcome someone with experience of working in a primary school setting and with children with specific educational needs. However key considerations are that we appoint a person who is caring, kind and can form strong relationships with children. Being a team player is something that is important – together we achieve more! Furthermore, we would like someone who can ensure a calm and positive approach, has excellent verbal communication skills and who can create stimulating and learning opportunities.
We are looking for an inspiring individual who will help provide our pupils with the support they need, the ability to adapt learning to ensure it is memorable and engaging.
Key strengths must include:
Job Description
This teaching assistant role is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference in our children's education, drawing on your commitment to developing pupil learning ability and knowledge accessibility. Working closely with class teachers you will be helping pupils to expand their knowledge and play a positive role in school life. You will utilise your knowledge, communication skills and creativity to help pupils understand the information presented.
Your duties as a teaching assistant will include:
We are able to offer you:
Acton CE Primary Academy places the highest priority on safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 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. As a church school, employees also work with the Headteacher to promote and maintain the Christian distinctiveness of the school.
Candidates will be required to present proof of identify and two references prior to interview.
Please complete the application form and email it to head@actonceacademy.org.uk
Rate of pay: competitive and based upon experience
Hours: 17.5 hours, afternoons - to be confirmed, term time only. NB: these hours could also be combined with the after-school provision (Acton Stars) role we have advertised.
Contract: temporary, in the first instance, but may become permanent for the right candidate, funding permitting.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Thank you for your interest.
Acton-Application-Form.docx
Teaching_Assistant_Sept_2024.pdf