Teaching Assistants Level 1 and Level 2 Sandhurst, Hampshire, South East England, England
Job description
The children, staff and governors at Birch Hill Primary School are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to join our friendly, hardworking team working. The successful candidates should have experience of working with children and be enthusiastic with a sense of humour. This role will include supporting children in class, in small groups and working 1:1 with children with SEND. Duties will also include assisting with medication, doing a daily lunch duty and class administration tasks as required.
Birch Hill is a popular two form entry primary school with a Nursery. The school is well resourced and has extensive outside space including an ‘Edible Playground’. In addition we have a Special Resource Provision (SRP) to fully support children with a diagnosis of Autism and Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), plus an additional Nurture Room. There are currently 400 children on roll.
Birch Hill Primary was judged Good in our Ofsted report (October 2019).
- Teachers make lessons interesting, pupils learn quickly and have a wide range of opportunities.
- Pupils say they have lots of friends and they feel safe.
- The school is at the centre of the community.
- Leaders and governors are ambitious for the pupils to succeed.
We offer:
- A warm, nurturing environment where pupils are learning through a multi-sensory approach.
- A highly skilled, friendly, supportive and committed team.
- Opportunities to use a multi-sensory approach to ensure effective teaching and learning takes place.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
We are looking for:
- Someone who is passionate about making a difference and working with children
- A team player who has the ability to rise to challenges.
- Someone with a sense of humour.
- Someone with a patient and caring disposition.
Key details
Scale J/K (SCP 1-6), Salary range is £20,258 - £21,968 FTE plus London Weighting
Monday – Friday, 8.30am – 3.30pm term time + 3 INSETs
Please see the attached job description for the scope of the role.
School visits are very welcome. Please contact Nicola Down, School Business Manager, should you require any further information and to arrange a visit. Email [email protected] or call (01344) 455815
Closing Date: 9:00am Friday 17th March 2023
If you have not heard from us by Friday 24th March 2023, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
Interview Date: TBC
Applications will be considered as they are submitted and interviews may be arranged before the closing date if suitable candidates apply.
Website www.birchhillprimaryschool.co.uk
To apply and for more information including the job description and person specification, please use the Bracknell Forest Council Jobs page.
Equal Opportunities
Bracknell Forest Council – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
How to apply
How to Apply - Only applications received on Bracknell Forest application forms will be considered.
Safeguarding Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) children.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. If you are successful in being shortlisted for this position, you will be required to complete a self-declaration formTo find out more about the application process for working with children, young people and adults at risk visit https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/policies-relating-job-applications/applications-work-those-risk
The Bracknell Forest Safeguarding Board (BFSB) oversees the safety and well-being of children in Bracknell Forest - https://bracknellforestsafeguarding.org.uk/
Equal Opportunities - We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to providing equality of opportunity to all. Our aim is to treat all employees and prospective employees with integrity, respect and consideration.
Disability - We are a Disability Symbol User and as such have made a commitment to guarantee an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria of the person specification.
Pre–employment medical check - As a condition of the Offer of Employment, the successful applicant will be asked to complete an Occupational Health questionnaire form.
References - On your application form you will be asked to provide the names and addresses of two people who will provide a reference. At least one must be from your current employer, completed by a suitable person with appropriate authority. We take up references for all shortlisted candidates and wherever possible we like to apply for these prior to interview.
Employment - Any candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant criteria.
