Teaching Assistant – Level 2 and Mealtime Assistant, St Sidwell’s CofE Primary School
Ref: SCH-SC'sCOE(P) M-0098Additional Information
Contract Type: Fixed Term (31/08/2024) Contract Term: TTO - Term time only Hours per Week: 27.50 Weeks per Year: 39.000 Pay Grade: SC1 - Mealtime Assistant, SC2 - Teaching AssistantThe Role
Teaching Assistant – Level 2 and Mealtime Assistant, St Sidwell’s CofE Primary School
Contract Term: Fixed term, starting in April 2024 and ending on 31st August 2024, pending further review.
Teaching Assistant
Hours: 22.5 hours per week: 5 days a week
Salary: SC-2. NJC points 3. Salary £22,737 FTE Actual £11,945
Term Time only – 39 weeks per annum
Mealtime Assistant
Hours: 5 hours per week: 5 days a week
Salary: SC-1. NJC points 2. Salary £22,366 FTE Actual £2,611
Term Time only – 39 weeks per annum
Annual Leave: Taken outside of term time and paid pro-rata throughout the year (no annual leave to be taken during term time)
Benefits: Local Government Pension Scheme
Are you passionate about making a difference to children’s lives?
Do you want to work in a happy school that puts children at the heart of all we do?
Then we want to hear from you! We are looking for an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant and Mealtime Assistant to join our friendly and hard-working team.
St Sidwell’s is a happy, thriving and successful one form entry Primary School and Nursery, located in the heart of Exeter City Centre, with committed staff and pupils who are eager to learn. Our school has a strong Christian ethos, a belief in the importance of community and a commitment to excellence for all. We all embrace, encourage and celebrate diversity.
Your role will be to support the learning of different pupils. You will have had some previous experience in working with children and be able to effectively communicate with adults and children alike, encouraging everyone to be the ‘best that they can be’. At lunchtime, we are looking for Mealtime Assistant who will assist in securing the safety and welfare of pupils during the midday break.
Our school is part of the St Christopher’s Multi Academy Trust family of nineteen schools, where staff benefit from collaborative partnerships with other schools and a commitment to continuous professional development. Their central team provide support in working alongside our leaders and staff, working together to ensure our school is successful and a wonderful place of learning for both pupils and staff.
To apply please complete the application form, which can be found on Vacancies | St Christopher's Multi Academy Trust (stchristophersmat.org) by 9AM on Tuesday 19th March 2024. Interviews will be held in the w/c 25th March 2024. Please let us know age phase and subject specialisms in your application.
Please note it is our process to apply for references for shortlisted applicants and to complete online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post.
Please visit the below website for our Trust policies and our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy:
https://www.stchristophersmat.org/key-information/item/10/trust-policies
Qualifications
| Qualification Title | Grade | |
|---|---|---|
| GCSE Maths and English grade 4-9 (A-C) or equivalent |
Essential
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Skills
| Qualifications | |
|---|---|
| To possess GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade A*- C or a Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy or CSE Grade 1 in English and Mathematics or equivalent recent experience |
Essential
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| Level 2 qualification in Teaching and Learning or equivalent recent experience |
Desirable
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| Experience in a relevant discipline. |
Essential
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| First Aid Qualification |
Desirable
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| Good numeracy and literacy skills. |
Essential
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| Personal Attributes | |
| Calmness and patience with young people |
Essential
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| Empathy with young people facing barriers to their learning |
Essential
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| Personal resilience and a good sense of humour |
Essential
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| A commitment to helping young people achieve through education and learning |
Essential
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| Flexibility and creativity in thinking and practical work |
Essential
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| Abilities, Skills and Knowledge | |
| Ability to successfully complete first aid training or any other training associated with the role as required. |
Essential
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| Ability to observe, monitor and provide constructive feedback on pupil’s progress. |
Essential
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| Ability to relate well to adults. |
Essential
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| Ability to relate well to children. |
Essential
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| Good keyboard skills and knowledge of relevant ICT packages |
Essential
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| An understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities. |
Essential
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| Experience of working with children who have a special educational need |
Desirable
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| Experience of working with children who have a special educational need |
Desirable
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| To be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school |
Essential
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| Knowledge of relevant policies and codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation |
Essential
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| Ability to use basic ICT including computer, audio, video equipment and photocopier |
Essential
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| An understanding or experience of general office tasks, e.g filing, record keeping |
Essential
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| Ability to work as part of a team |
Essential
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| Experience/Knowledge | |
| Experience of working with relevant age groups within a learning environment. |
Essential
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Related Documents
Safeguarding Information
St Christopher's Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.
St Christopher's Multi Academy Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Our safeguarding policy can be accessed via the below link:
https://www.stchristophersmat.org/key-information/item/3/safeguarding
Our commitment to EDI
We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants who meet the criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.
If you have any problems applying
If you experience any problems submitting your application, please contact the FACE-Ed team on 01924 907319 during office hours (8.30am – 4.30pm Monday to Friday).
If you have any questions related to the position please contact the HR Team on hr@stcmat.org.
SID - St Sidwell's CE Primary School & Nursery
St Sidwell's Church of England Primary School & Nursery
York Road
Exeter
Devon
EX4 6PG
HR
hr@stcmat.org