Level 3 Teaching Assistant/Academic Mentor
Wisewood Community Primary School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S6 4SDThis job expired on 5 September 2022 – see similar jobs
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
5 September 2022 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
14 August 2022
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Part time: 32.5 hours per week over 5 days or 37 hours per week over 5 days
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £20,444 - £22,571
Level 3 Teaching Assistant/Academic Mentor job summary
Level 3 Teaching Assistant/Academic Mentor
Required September 2022
£20,444 - £22,571 (pro-rata 32.5 hours/39 weeks - permanent)/£21,000 (37 hours, 52 weeks-temporary)
The governors of Wisewood Primary School are seeking to appoint a Level 3 Teaching Assistant to support in class and lead targeted interventions. The successful candidate may also supervise whole classes occasionally during the short-term absence of teachers. Experience across KS2 would be advantageous.
Subject to the successful candidate meeting the eligibility criteria, there is the potential for this to be funded as an Academic Mentor role for the 2022-23 academic year with the possibility for this to be extended for a further year in 2023-24. Candidates who would be interested in this route should contact the school to discuss it further.
The successful candidate will:
- Have gained an NVQ Level 3 qualification for classroom assistants or equivalent or have relevant experience.
- Have very good communication skills both written and verbal
- Have very good Maths and English Skills
- Be flexible and adaptable
- Be willing to work as a team player or on their own initiative
- Be an excellent, innovative support with a commitment to promoting high standards
- Have a willingness to undertake training
If you wish to apply through the Academic Mentor route minimum requirements for this role would be:
- Qualified Teacher Status or graduate with 2:2 or higher
- Must have Level 4 (Grade C) or above in GCSE Maths and English or equivalent.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please call Wisewood Primary School to arrange an appointment on 0114 234 3304 or e-mail headteacher@wisewood.sheffield.sch.uk .
Interested candidates should submit their application by midday on Monday 5th September, 2022. Shortlisting will take place during the morning and successful candidates will be invited for interview on Friday, 9th September 2022. References for shortlisted candidates will be taken up straight away. A recruitment pack and job description for information can be found on our school website. However, please apply directly through TES.
Please note:
- References for short-listed candidates will be requested before the interview.
- Successful applicants will be required to undertake a DBS Enhanced Disclosure check
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.
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About Wisewood Community Primary School
- School type
- Academy, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- View all Primaryjobs
- School size
- 160 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- headteacher@wisewood.sheffield.sch.uk
Wisewood Primary School is a caring, inclusive and welcoming one form entry school providing education for children aged 4 to 11. Our ethos of Aspire, Believe, Contribute underpins everything that happens in our school and we work collaboratively to ensure that all our children are happy, safe and confident to be the best that they can be. Wisewood children aspire to excellence, believe in themselves and contribute to the community.The school was inspected in March 2022 and was graded ‘Good’ in all areas. Ofsted stated that:
• “Parents and carers are overwhelmingly positive about the school;”
• “Staff have created an environment that facilitates effective learning and takes account of the needs of all children;”
• “Pupils enjoy school, are tolerant and respectful and have a good understanding of diversity."
• "Staff care deeply about the well-being of pupils and pupils trust staff implicitly.”
As a small school in a close-knit community we are able to ensure that each pupil is recognised and celebrated for their individual qualities and achievements, and work in partnership with parents and the wider community to build positive relationships that help to develop healthy and happy children. We look forward to welcoming you to our school community.
Arranging a visit to Wisewood Community Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email headteacher@wisewood.sheffield.sch.uk.
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