Teaching Assistant

Ref: SCH-SC'sCOE(P) M-0144
Establishment: AXM – All Saints CE Primary School Location: Axminster, Devon Salary: 22737.00 - 23500.00 Department: School Support Staff Job Type: Part Time Key Stage: Early Years, Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2
Closing Date: 01/07/2024 09:00 Interview Date: 08/07/2024 Start Date: September 2024

Additional Information

Contract Type: Temporary Contract Term: TTO - Term time only Hours per Week: 26.25 Weeks per Year: 39.000 Pay Grade: STC - NJC | SCP3 - SCP5

The Role

School Name: All Saints Primary School, Axminster

Role: Teaching Assistant

 Job Type: Fixed Term (due to EHCP funding) 39 weeks per year, 26.25 hours per week (Monday - Friday 5.25 hours per day)

Salary/Grade SC Grade 2 SCP 3 actual salary £13,936 per year (FTE £22,737)

Job Start Date: 3rd September 2024


We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to working alongside our Teaching staff to support our pupils learning.  

 

All Saint’s CofE Primary is a well-regarded, village school on the outskirts of Axminster, located within the village of Smallridge. Many pupils travel to our school because of the high expectations, and our values which underpin all that we do. The school is an academy within the St Christopher’s Trust - a family of 19 Church and Community Schools spanning three local authorities, providing a rich network of collaboration.

 

 Successful candidates will: -

  • Work in partnership with teachers to support the learning of pupils, so they can reach their full potential
  • Create and maintain a purposeful learning environment with high expectations of all pupils
  • Take a lead in developing active lunchtimes, and promoting positive relationships
  • Be able to support the wide range of children's needs and deliver interventions 

 

We will offer you: -

•       Happy, enthusiastic and polite children

•       A welcoming, supportive and inclusive Christian school ethos

•       A hard-working, positive team who are dedicated to improving the lives of children

•       A commitment to high quality continued professional development

       

Applicants should outline the experience and expertise they would bring to this role. 

 

To organise a tour of the school please call the school on 01297 32761


To apply for this role please click the 'Apply Now' button at the top of this advert.


If you have any issues applying for this role please contact HR via hr@stcmat.org


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, for all shortlisted applicants. 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 A - C or equivalent
Essential
GCSE English A - C or equivalent
Essential

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
Level 2 qualification in Teaching and Learning or equivalent recent experience
Desirable
Experience in a relevant discipline.
Essential
First Aid Qualification
Desirable
Good numeracy and literacy skills.
Essential
Personal Attributes
Calmness and patience with young people
Essential
Empathy with young people facing barriers to their learning
Essential
Personal resilience and a good sense of humour
Essential
A commitment to helping young people achieve through education and learning
Essential
Flexibility and creativity in thinking and practical work
Essential
Abilities, Skills and Knowledge
Ability to successfully complete first aid training or any other training associated with the role as required.
Essential
Ability to observe, monitor and provide constructive feedback on pupil’s progress.
Essential
Ability to relate well to adults.
Essential
Ability to relate well to children.
Essential
Good keyboard skills and knowledge of relevant ICT packages
Essential
An understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities.
Essential
Experience of working with children who have a special educational need
Desirable
Experience of working with children who have a special educational need
Desirable
To be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school
Essential
Knowledge of relevant policies and codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation
Essential
Ability to use basic ICT including computer, audio, video equipment and photocopier
Essential
An understanding or experience of general office tasks, e.g filing, record keeping
Essential
Ability to work as part of a team
Essential
Experience/Knowledge
Experience of working with relevant age groups within a learning environment.
Essential

Related Documents

Job Description Level 2 TA Job Description.pdf Download
Person Specification AXM TA Level 2 Person Specification.pdf Download

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.

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AXM – All Saints CE Primary School

All Saints
Axminster
Devon
EX13 7LX

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