Job Description

We are seeking a talented and experienced Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. You will work alongside passionate teachers, providing vital support to our pupils.



About the role:


Initial contract: Temporary, with the potential to become permanent.

Responsibilities: Supporting pupils with EHCPs, working with individuals and small groups, and assisting within whole classes to enhance learning outcomes.



Requirements:

Qualifications: Minimum Grade C in GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent). Experience: Proven experience in nurture and behaviour management in a primary school setting. Skills: Excellent communication skills, ability to engage and motivate children, and a commitment to being an integral part of our school community.


Key Responsibilities:

Working 1:1 or with small groups Apply knowledge of various intervention programmes, including phonics Foster a positive learning environment that boost achievement, independence and self-esteem


We are looking for someone who:

Has strong subject knowledge in English and Maths Can support high-quality learning experiences for all pupils including those with special education needs. Understands safeguarding practices Is calm, patient, and sees the potential in all pupils Can work independently and collaboratively with other staff members Can confidently cover for the class teacher when needed (paid at the appropriate rate) Can engage children in play and structured activities during playtimes and lunchtimes. Brings a fun personality and good sense of humour.


If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of our pupils and want to be part of a supportive and inclusive team, we would love to hear from you.



Any offer of employment to this post will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. The full version of our Recruitment of ex-offenders and Disclosure and Barring Service procedure can be accessed from our website at www.northlincs.gov.uk/jobsandcareers


Please see attached job description and employee specification which you should refer to when completing your application to demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.



Visits to the school are warmly welcomed; please contact Mrs E Sands, Business Manager, on 01724 843601, who will arrange an appointment for you.



Interviews to be held on Tuesday 22nd July

As an employer, we promote and safeguard the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect the same commitment from existing and prospective employees or volunteers. Recruitment to this post will follow our safer recruitment procedure which includes us requesting references prior to interview and a DBS check.

We are collectively organised around the people and place of North Lincolnshire. Together we ensure that our communities are safe, well, prosperous and connected. We are ambitious for North Lincolnshire, we want our area to be the #BestPlace for our residents by being the #BestCouncil we can be. We achieve this through living our values - equality of opportunity, excellence, integrity and self-responsibility - in all that we do.