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Teaching Assistant

Laughton Junior and Infant School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S25 1YP

This job expired on 3 October 2024 – see similar jobs

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  3 October 2024 at 9am

• Date listed

  12 September 2024

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Part time: 30.8 hours per week, 8.40am – 3.20pm Monday to Friday. Term Time. Temporary until August 2025
• Contract type: Fixed term - End of August 2025
• Pay scale: Band D 5-6

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking:

• Someone with previous primary TA experience
• SEMH/SEND experienced
• First Aid (would be an advantage)
• A willingness to undertake additional training
• An excellent practitioner who has a real commitment to primary education
• An organised person with excellent time management skills

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you:

• Children who love learning
• Highly skilled and supportive colleagues
• An inclusive ethos where every child is nurtured, challenged and valued
• A strong CPD programme
• A warm and friendly environment where we all aspire to be the best that we can be
• A Trust that offers many opportunities for growth and development.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

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

Our recruitment follows Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Employment offers may be subject to checks, including:
• DBS
• Childcare disqualification
• Medical
• Online
• Prohibition from teaching
• Right to work
• References
• Suitability to work with children
Due to amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act, some minor offences are now protected and should not be disclosed. For guidance, seek legal advice or visit [Nacro’s Criminal Record Support Service](https://www.nacro.org.uk).

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About Laughton Junior and Infant School

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 198 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Laughton Junior and Infant School website
• Email address: school@lji.jmat.org.uk
• Phone number: 01909 550477
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/laughton-junior-and-infant-school

Laughton Junior and Infant School are committed to providing the best possible education.

We want all children to develop key life skills in order for them to be able to face the realities of the world we live in; we want each and every child to reach their full potential whilst having an enjoyable and memorable time at school.

We aim to develop resilience and encourage children to ask questions, solve problems and reflect on their learning. We want to develop inquisitive minds and promote a deeper philosophical level of thinking where everyone’s views are listened to and valued.

Our links with the local community are strong and the positive partnership developed between home and school enables our children to thrive in all areas whilst valuing diversity and promoting mutual respect for each other.

We understand the importance of positive mental health and the need for children to feel happy, safe and secure if they are to grow into confident individuals. As a result of this we work closely with the children, families and outside agencies in order to support in this area.

Arranging a visit to Laughton Junior and Infant School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email school@lji.jmat.org.uk.

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