Teaching Assistant

Stephen Freeman Primary School is situated in Didcot, on the edge of Great Western Park and currently has a total of 452 pupils on roll. The school had an Ofsted Inspection in May 2019 and was rated ‘Good’ in all areas. As a School we are proud of how our pupils engage in their learning and how intellectually curious they are. Our pupils are well cared for in a supportive caring environment and as a school we believe the "Everybody; Every moment; Every idea counts!" Do you want to work in a friendly, supportive team where everyone’s wellbeing is a priority? Stephen Freeman is a friendly and happy school where children and staff feel safe and included. Our team prides itself on its inclusive nature and the success it has with supporting children’s learning so they can achieve their best outcomes. We have a vacancy for a Teaching Assistant in our School (ages 3-11). This vital role will be to support a high‑quality and inclusive learning environment, assisting children with additional funding, as well as general teaching assistant duties within the classroom environment. The role includes engaging children in purposeful learning interventions, phonics, number and communication activities and general classroom support. If you have a positive and flexible approach, and the ability to take the initiative and a desire to learn then you may be the person we are looking for. We are seeking someone who is a team player, gets on well with people and is able to work effectively with children, parents, school staff and outside agencies. You will be supported by the senior leadership team, inclusion team and the SENCo. Candidates with level 3 qualifications are highly desired, and opportunities to work towards these qualifications will be supported by our commitment to professional development and apprenticeships. The Employer reserves the right, where reasonably required for the proper operation of the school, to require the Employee to work with age groups or classes across the school, including Early years, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. This is a 5 day per week, Monday - Friday 08:45 - 15:15 contract, term time only. Please note that the school reserves the right to interview on receipt of applications, and to appoint prior to the deadline, so early application is recommended. The role of Teaching Assistant may be physically demanding and will require the postholder to be active throughout the school day, including supporting pupils in classrooms, around the school site and during educational activities. The role may involve assisting children who are distressed, dysregulated or displaying behaviours of concern. The postholder will be expected to use approved behaviour support strategies, follow individual pupil plans and school policies, and, where appropriately trained, support the safe management of challenging situations to ensure the wellbeing and safety of pupils and staff.