General Teaching Assistant with MSA

South Milford Primary School, Leeds, North Yorkshire, LS25 5AU

10 days remaining to apply

Job start date
1 January 2025
Closing date
29 November 2024 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
16 November 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: £23,657.00 - £24,404.00 Annually (FTE) Grade CD (3-4), Grade AB (2)

General Teaching Assistant with MSA job summary

About South Milford Primary School

South Milford Primary School is at the heart and hub of our community. Relationships are at the centre of everything we do; our school is one which is firmly built upon strong relationships between staff, children and parents alike. We are committed to providing a highly inclusive environment where every child is valued and, therefore, enabled to reach their full potential.

We are proud to be a Thrive school; we promote the mental health and wellbeing of our young people to the utmost degree as we understand that children learn at their best when they feel happy, settled and safe.

The Role
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated General Teaching Assistant to join our passionate and enthusiastic team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our pupils, supporting their individual needs and contributing to their overall educational experience.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide support to individual pupils and small groups, as directed by the class teacher
Assist in the delivery of tailored interventions for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
Facilitate and encourage positive learning experiences, promoting a love of learning and intellectual curiosity
Contribute to the creation of a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment for all pupils
Support the class teacher in the preparation and delivery of lessons
Participate in the assessment and monitoring of pupil progress, providing feedback to the teacher
Requirements:
Relevant experience working with primary-aged pupils, particularly those with SEND
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues
A genuine passion for supporting the educational and personal development of children
Flexibility, creativity, and a willingness to go the extra mile
Strong organisational and time management skills
Desirable Qualities:
Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar role
Knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies
Familiarity with relevant SEND best practises
Salary and Benefits:
This position is graded at CD Point 2-4, offering a competitive salary and the opportunity to work in a supportive and nurturing environment.
The position comprises 24 hours and 55 minutes General Teaching Assistant hours plus 3 hours Midday Supervisory Assistant hours equalling 27 hours and 55 minutes in total.
Our preferred working hours are: Mon 8.35-3.15, Tuesday 8.35-3.15, Wed 12:00-3.15, Thursday 8.35-3.15, Fri 8:35-3.15. There is some flexibility around these times and we would be open to discussions.
Contract type: Established
Start Date: January 2025 or before if possible
Why Join South Milford Primary School?
As a proud member of the STARMAT school community, we are committed to enhancing the experiences and outcomes of all our pupils. You will be joining a good and enthusiastic team, dedicated to providing the best possible education and care for our young people.
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and share our vision for inclusive, high-quality education, we would love to hear from you.
To apply for this position please follow the following link:
Visits to the school are welcomed please contact admin@sm.starmat.uk to make an appointment with either Mrs Lawrence (EHT) or Mrs Ward (DHT).
The closing date for the post is lunchtime (12pm) on Friday 29th November.
Interviews will be held on Friday 6th December

We offer a range of extensive opportunities, incentives and benefits to staff including:

Access to STAR MAT’s employee benefits website with discounts on retailers, holidays, days out and so much more…
Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for a range of free and confidential advice with a range of support materials available
Continuous training and development opportunities

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is subject to a successful DBS check and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before an appointment is confirmed. The STARMAT is committed to equality, and to making fair and equitable treatment an integral part of everything we do.

At STAR we believe that diversity and inclusion are integral to our success. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to achieve their full potential.

We actively seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We celebrate the unique contributions of each team member and are dedicated to fostering a culture of equality, where differences are not only embraced but are seen as a source of strength.

We understand that diversity drives innovation and creativity, and we are dedicated to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected in our policies, practices, and the way we do business. We strive to ensure that our recruitment processes are fair, unbiased, and inclusive, and we are continuously working to improve them. Visit the website here for access to our recruitment policies.

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.