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Teaching Assistant Level 1 (1 to 1)

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3521

Pike Fold Community Primary School, Old Market Street, Blackley, Manchester, M9 8QP

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17738

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12 May 2024

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About The Role

Contract Type: Fixed Term, Term Time Only (39 weeks)

Working Hours: Full Time, Monday to Friday 35 hours per week

Number of Positions: 1

Qualifications Required: GSCE Grade C or above in English and Maths (or equivalent)

Salary: Grade 2 £22,737 per annum pro rata (Actual Salary £17,738)

We are seeking to appoint a Level 1 Teaching Assistant to work 1 to 1 with a variety of pupils on a rotational basis.

Essential and desirable criteria are listed below - please demonstrate how you meet these when you complete the application form.

For further main duties of the job please see the full job description.

Essential qualities for the role include:

Having experience of working 1:1 with children who have Autism and/or with Communication and Interaction needs
Having an understanding of children with social, communication and interaction needs
Being aware of different ways of communicating and understanding barriers to communication
Be dedicated to working closely with a pupil who requires significant one to one support

About the Candidate

The candidate should have:

Experience of working with or caring for children of a relevant age
Numeracy/literacy skills (at a level equivalent to NQF Level 2)
Completion of the Teaching Assistant Induction Programme
Ability to relate well to children and adults
Ability to work as part of a team
An understanding of the role of the Teaching Assistant and other professionals working in the classroom
Ability to use relevant technology eg photocopier
Understanding of national/foundation stage curriculum and other basic learning programmes/strategies
Basic understanding of child development and learning
Willingness to undertake minor first aid training as appropriate
Tact and diplomacy in all interpersonal relationships with the public, pupils and colleagues at work
Self motivation and personal drive to complete tasks to the required timescales and quality standards
The flexibility to adapt to changing workload demands and new school challenges
Personal commitment to ensure that the provision of support is equally accessible and appropriate to meet the diverse needs of the pupils
Personal commitment to continuous self-development
A commitment to school improvement
Be willing to consent to and apply for an enhanced disclosure to a CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) check

About Us

We offer a school that is:

A Mindful employer
Passionate about school improvement
Inclusive, nurturing, welcoming and friendly
An environment which encourages children to meet their full potential and develop skills for life
An excellent staff team committed to achieving high standards, working in harmony
Committed to continuous professional development

Please view the 'working for us' section of our website to find out more!

To apply for this role please complete the application form by copying and pasting the below link into your browser. If you require the application form in an accessible format then please contact the school directly.

https://eu.operoo.com/public_forms/476675/new

If you are viewing this job on our Greater Jobs site then please click on the apply now button to view the full advertisement details and relevant attachments.

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, younger learners and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here

This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable.

We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

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