Teaching Assistant
Lisle Marsden Church of England Primary Academy, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, DN32 0DFThis job expired on 16 October 2023 – see similar jobs
Start date details
TBC
Closing date
16 October 2023 at 9am
Date listed
28 September 2023
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- No, visa sponsorship not available
Key stage
- Key stage 2
Working pattern
- View all Part timejobs - 29.5 hours per week
Contract type
- Fixed term - Fixed term contract until August 31st 2025, with the possibility to become permanent based on the needs of the academy.
Full-time equivalent salary
- £20,812
Actual salary
- £14,192
Pay scale
- NJC 2019 point 3
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for an
enthusiastic, dedicated, passionate individual, interested in
supporting pupils to learn effectively and having a positive impact upon pupil
outcomes.
The post is supporting a pupil in KS2 with Down’s Syndrome, and implementing their Education Health and Care Plan. The post holder will deliver learning through a combination of 1-2-1 and group support, to enable the pupil to learn effectively, as well as enabling inclusion through whole class learning. This includes delivering bespoke interventions and adapting learning to suit the pupils needs. The successful candidate will also work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, external agencies and parents to continually review and monitor provision and progress.
The post holder will be required to use initiative, maintaining a nurturing, positive approach to encourage growing independence, whilst also clearly establishing and maintaining boundaries.
Supporting independence will sometimes involve working on other tasks or with other children.
Essential qualities include:
- ability to work flexibly and as part of a team, following planning and providing feedback to the teacher
- display a positive attitude towards work and be friendly and approachable to all members of our school community
- good communication skills with adults
- hold and model high expectations for pupil behaviour and learning
- commitment to a kind nurturing child centred approach to learning
- good communication skills with children so that praise/directions are positive and clear
- understanding of confidentiality
- commitment to promoting the safety and welfare of children
- ability to cope with the physical demands of the post
- good standard of education
- recognised TA qualification/recent experience working as a TA
- willingness to address any identified training needs
- commitment to the academy’s vision for education and its core values
Desirable skills/ qualities:
- current first aid qualification
- previous/recent experience working with a child with special educational needs
- some knowledge and understanding of Down Syndrome
What the school offers its staff
Lisle Marsden CE Primary Academy is a highly regarded and oversubscribed three-form entry primary school. Our vision for education drives our mission to enable all children to flourish and achieve a life in all its fullness. We are a welcoming inclusive school, with a lovely atmosphere where children are happy and want to learn.
The successful candidate will receive support and training from our excellent Inclusion Team.
Interested candidates should complete an application form together with a personal statement (up to two sides A4) detailing their relevant experience, skills, knowledge and what makes them suitable for the role.
Application forms should be returned to thompsone@lma.nelcmail.co.uk
We encourage interested candidates to find out more about our academy by visiting our website https://lislemarsdenacademy.co.uk/.
Closing date Monday 16th October by 9.00am
Lisle Marsden C of E Primary Academy are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers. This post is subject to satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Disclosure Certificate. Stringent Checks and Vetting Procedures apply to all posts as part of our Safeguarding Policy and all shortlisted applicants will also be subject to an online check.
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About Lisle Marsden Church of England Primary Academy
- School type
- Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- View all Primaryjobs
- School size
- 622 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- thompsone@lma.nelcmail.co.uk
- Phone number
- 01472 311040
Large Church of England Primary Academy
Arranging a visit to Lisle Marsden Church of England Primary Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email thompsone@lma.nelcmail.co.uk.
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