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Teaching Assistant x 2 - The Topsham School (United Schools Federation)

Part Time, 30 hours per week (term time only) 38 week per annum

The Topsham Primary School is looking for two enthusiastic, talented, resilient and committed people to encourage, motivate and support children in school. School work is rewarding and satisfying with no two days the same. You will ultimately be part of a team ensuring a safe and happy learning environment for all children.

You will be required to work predominantly in Key Stage 1/Early Years, but may on occasions be required to work across all areas of the school as directed by the head of school.

You will work under direct supervision of the teacher to support access to learning. This may be by attending to the welfare and personal care of pupils; working with small groups or one to one; or helping with organisational / clerical support to the teacher.

You will need:
• To be calm but firm and enjoy working with children;
• A minimum qualification at GCSE Maths and English;
• Experience of working in a classroom situation or a qualification as a Teaching Assistant;
• Have good, courteous communication skills.

Our whole team is motivated, supportive, hard-working and dedicated and we value a new colleague who is passionate about learning, highly organised, with a great sense of humour. Our highly successful federation is a popular choice with children, parents and staff and our schools boast a friendly and welcoming environment.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This role requires a DBS disclosure.
This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
Online searches may be done as part of pre-recruitment checks.

Please visit the school website to view our Safeguarding Policy.

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Closing Date: 14 October 2024 at 12pm.

Interview Date: w/c 21 October 2024