1:1 Teaching Assistant

Durweston Church of England Primary School, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 0QA

19 days remaining to apply

Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
30 September 2024 at 9am
Date listed
9 September 2024

Job details

Job role: Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern: Part time
Contract type: Fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary: £11.98 - £12.38 Annually (Actual) Grade 5

1:1 Teaching Assistant job summary

In September, Durweston will be welcoming a very special little girl to our school. She is very sociable and loves being with adults (particularly in large groups and at parties), but as she doesn’t yet have many words, she needs help to communicate and play with other children. She also has epilepsy and so needs careful supervision. After an episode, she sometimes needs to be given medicine.

We are looking for an adult to help support her from 9 – 12.45 every weekday morning. There is the possibility that these hours could be extended to include Breakfast Club provision if we receive funding. Afternoons from 1.15 - 3.30 could also available if this would be of interest. Experience of supporting a child with additional needs and limited language would be ideal but not essential, as we can provide training. However, as this is a position in Early Years, you will need to have a qualification recognized by the DfE. You can find a list of these here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/early-years-qualifications-achieved-in-england

We think Durweston is a great place to work. You would be part of our EYFS team who work hard to provide a fabulous environment and engaging learning experiences for our children but who have lots of fun too. They laugh a lot! If you would like to come and visit, please ring the office on 01258 452277 to arrange an appointment. We would really love to show you around and give you more information about the role.

Should you decide to apply, please complete all sections of the application form. CVs will not be accepted.

All applicants will be notified of the shortlisting decisions by email. References for shortlisted candidates will be requested before interviews.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All applicants will be subject to a number of pre-recruitment checks including the Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.