Teaching Assistant
Ref: SCH-SC'sCOE(P) M-0178Additional Information
Contract Type: Fixed Term (31/08/2025) Contract Term: TTO - Term time only Hours per Week: 26.00 Weeks per Year: 39.000 Pay Grade: SC2, scp 3- 5The Role
Level 2 1:1 Teaching Assistant
St Matthew’s Primary and Nursery Academy, Derriford
Contract Term: fixed term until 31st August 2025
Hours: 26 hours per week
Salary: SC2 NJC points 3 Actual Salary £13,803 (FTE £22,737)
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
Deadline for application: 9am on Thursday 10th October 2024
Start: ASAP
Interview Date: 15th October 2024
We are looking for a passionate and dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join our collaborative academy within our Year 1 Team. We would like someone who is committed to joining and developing our great team, where ‘letting your light shine’ is at the heart of all we do. This is an exciting opportunity to join St Matthew’s, Derriford, part of St Christopher's Multi Academy Trust. Your role will include providing general classroom support as well as supporting 1 to 1 with individual pupils at times and assisting the teachers. You will also carry out some playground duties.
St Matthew’s Primary and Nursery Academy currently has around 500 pupils, who enjoy their learning in a modern, spacious and well-equipped building and supported by dedicated, caring and driven staff who will stop at nothing to ensure that each and every one of them is enabled to let their light shine.
We are looking a candidate who can demonstrate a calm and patient demeanour, who is committed to helping young people achieve their full potential. You will have had previous experience in working with children and be able to effectively communicate with adults and children alike.
To arrange a tour of the school please contact the school on 01752 395969 or via email on SMPA.office@stcmat.org
To apply please click the 'Apply Now' button at the top of this advert.
If you have any issues applying for this role please contact The People Team via people@stcmat.org
Applications need to be completed by 9:00am on 10th October 2024 Interviews will be held on the 15th October 2024.
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| TA2 qualification or equivalent or relevant experience |
Desirable
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| GCSEs grade 5-9 or equivalent in Maths and English | 4-9 or equivalent |
Essential
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| Current First Aid qualification (or willing to work towards) | Pass |
Desirable
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Skills
| Relevant Skills | |
|---|---|
| Ability and willingness to identify own training needs and participate in training |
Essential
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| Committed to working within the school’s policies and procedures adhering to safe working practices |
Essential
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| Experience | |
| Experience of tailoring learning and delivery to match the needs of pupils. |
Desirable
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| Personal Attributes | |
| Be able to support our Christian Ethos |
Essential
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| Ability to act as a role model |
Essential
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| Personal resilience and a good sense of humour |
Essential
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| Be highly motivated and passionate about supporting and enabling children to achieve through education and learning |
Essential
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| Experience/Knowledge | |
| Effective oral and written communication skill |
Essential
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| Personal Qualities | |
| Highly resilient with a positive outlook |
Essential
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| Abilities, Skills and Knowledge | |
| Experience of working with/or caring for children within an educational setting |
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.
MTW - St Matthew's CE Primary and Nursery Academy
St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy
1 Peregrine Road
Plymouth
Plymouth
PL6 5FN
Hannah Richardson
hr@stcmat.org