teaching assistant London, England
London Borough of Bexley
Full Time
London, England
7273 - 12.04 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description
Position Description
Service Area/School
Schools - Lessness Heath Primary School
Title
Teaching Assistant
About Us
Lessness Heath Primary School is a popular 3 form entry school in Bexley, South East London and is seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to support one of our pupils on a one to one basis.
We are forward-thinking, caring and, most important of all, a happy school where pupils of all abilities and social backgrounds achieve. Our pupils are well-behaved, aspiring always to be “the best versions of themselves”.
Are you ready for the most exciting few years of your career? If so, Lessness Heath Primary School is the place for you. The 650 children are looking for you to help them reach their full potential and the staff are looking for you to join their friendly, positive and focused team.
Support for new colleagues at Lessness Heath is outstanding. We are supported by the Primary First Trust a small and effective primary only academy chain who support us in offering exceptional CPD. At any stage of your career we can offer bespoke tailored training which can support your individual needs and career aspirations. The Trust offers an excellent and unique opportunity for local career progression.
For further information about the school, please visit website https://lessnessheath-bexley.co.uk/
Grade
PFT C1
Contract Type
Temporary
About the Role
We have a great opportunity for a knowledgeable and efficient individual to join us in the role of Teaching Assistant at Lessness Heath Primary School working 2 days a week Mondays and Tuesdays. Teaching Assistants are vital in ensuring each child reaches their full potential. We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who can develop a positive working relationship with the children to enable access to learning, contributing to the development and maintenance of a purposeful, nurturing learning environment.
This post is a customer-facing position and falls within the scope of the Code of Practice on English Language Requirement for Public Sector Workers. The school has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the JD/Person Specification. These will be applied during the recruitment/selection and probationary stages.
Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for more information.
For an informal discussion about the role please Ann Marie Bolton on 01322433290 or at [email protected]
Candidate Profile
Please refer to the Person Specification attached.
How To Apply
To apply for this vacancy please download and complete the application form available from the Attachments section below. Your application should be submitted to [email protected]. CVs will not be accepted.
The closing date for applications is 17th July 2023, 12 pm and interviews are scheduled for Week Beginning 17th July 2023. We reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date.
Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted. References will be requested for shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete and return a Self-Disclosure form prior to interview. Online Searches will be carried out on shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any concerns will be discussed with candidates at interview.
Further vetting checks including an enhanced DBS, incorporating a check of the Children’s Barred List, will be undertaken on provisional offer.
The Primary First Trust and Lessness Heath Primary School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment
The Primary First Trust and Lessness Heath are committed to equality and diversity in employment practice and service delivery. References will be requested for those shortlisted ONLY and prior to interview.
Employment Details
Contract Hours
13 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
Salary
£7,273 per annum
Benefits
In exchange for your commitment and energy a career at Lessness Heath Primary School can offer you:
- A welcoming environment that puts wellbeing at the heart of the school for all stakeholders.
- The opportunity to work with a purposeful and relevant global curriculum.
- A paid wellbeing day per year.
- A large leadership team to give you the support and guidance needed.
- Working in a culture that promotes trust and autonomy in all staff with an innovative approach to marking and planning which allows teachers to use their professional judgment.
Position Location
Location
South East, London, Lessness Heath Primary School
Start Date
Position Start Date
01/09/2023
London Borough of Bexley
www.bexley.gov.uk
Bexleyheath, United Kingdom
Will Tuckley
Unknown / Non-Applicable
1001 to 5000 Employees
Government
Municipal Agencies
1908
