Teaching Assistant

We are looking to appoint a pro-active, enthusiastic, energetic and skilled Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our team, working across the school, supporting the learning of all of the children, including those with SEND. The successful candidate will have the vision and drive to make a significant impact in our vibrant school and who is committed to making a difference to the lives of our children. Applications are invited from candidates who: Are able to demonstrate that they have the vision, values and tenacity to join our team Can support and promote our distinctive Christian ethos and values Have excellent standards of literacy, numeracy and spoken English Can demonstrate excellent behaviour management and communication skills to support pupils with different needs and abilities, enabling them to overcome initial barriers to learning Implement agreed work programmes (including phonics and early interventions) with individuals/groups, in or out of the classroom Deliver learning activities for individuals/groups or for whole classes and monitoring pupils and assessing, recording and reporting on pupil’s achievement, progress and development Use specialist skills and training to support the pupils, encouraging pupils to interact and work cooperatively with others and engage all pupils in activities Put children’s safety and wellbeing first Be highly motivated with a commitment to securing the best outcomes for all children Be actively involved in all aspects of school life We are looking for someone who has experience of working with children/young people, is interested in their development and learning and has good organisational and communication skills. Qualification as a teaching assistant (or equivalent) would be an advantage.