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As a Teaching Assistant, you will work with our teaching and other support staff to help identify pupils within vulnerable groups, specifically those with special needs. You will be vital in helping them become independent learners, stay focused and engaged in the tasks and lessons set by the teacher, help explain different tasks and activities, assist with a wide range of classroom and school-based activities, and provide 1:1 and group support to pupils. This may include listening to children read, reading to them, or telling them stories. Throughout the day, you will help prepare the classroom and learning spaces, create displays and exhibitions of the children's work, and prepare for different activities. You will support pupils who need extra support to complete tasks or have difficulty engaging with schoolwork. You will also watch for challenging behaviour and help pupils promote positive behaviour. You will offer emotional support to help pupils in their emotional and social development, and you will inform other staff about any issues., If you are interested in this position and would like to have a more detailed conversation or visit the school before applying, please call us. We will happily provide you with as many details as possible to support this process. When you have enough information to apply, please complete all sections of the application form via MyNewTerm. CVs will not be accepted. All applicants will be emailed with the shortlisting decisions. References for shortlisted candidates may be requested before interviews. If you experience any issues while using MyNewTerm, please do not hesitate to contact a member of the HR Team at hr@theprimaryfirsttrust .co.uk . If a suitable candidate is identified, interviews for this position may be conducted earlier than the stated closing date. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applications promptly. Early submission will ensure consideration for the position and increase the likelihood of being invited for an interview. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application. Safer Recruitment, Inclusive and Diversity The Primary First Trust is committed to safeguarding, Prevent and the welfare of pupils and this post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance, health clearance, social media checks, a probationary period and satisfactory references. The Trust strives to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where everyone can feel to be themselves and experiences a strong sense of belonging. The Trust wholeheartedly supports the principle of equality and diversity in employment. It opposes all forms of unfair or unlawful discrimination on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sex. We encourage and support the recruitment, retention, and career development of people from ethnic, cultural, and social backgrounds from as wide a range as possible, and we seek to develop a community of staff that accurately represents society as a whole. All applications for employment with the Trust will be considered against the criteria outlined in the person specification for the position advertised. No agencies, please. We will contact you if we need support on recruitment. Next Steps If you are interested in this position and would like to have a more detailed conversation or visit the school before applying, please call us. We will happily provide you with as many details as possible to support this process. When you have enough information to apply, please complete all sections of the application form via MyNewTerm. CVs will not be accepted. All applicants will be emailed with the shortlisting decisions. References for shortlisted candidates may be requested before interviews. If you experience any issues while using MyNewTerm, please do not hesitate to contact a member of the HR Team at hr@theprimaryfirsttrust .co.uk . If a suitable candidate is identified, interviews for this position may be conducted earlier than the stated closing date. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applications promptly. Early submission will ensure consideration for the position and increase the likelihood of being invited for an interview. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application. Safer Recruitment, Inclusive and Diversity The Primary First Trust is committed to safeguarding, Prevent and the welfare of pupils and this post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance, health clearance, social media checks, a probationary period and satisfactory references. The Trust strives to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where everyone can feel to be themselves and experiences a strong sense of belonging.

You will be passionate about ensuring all children are supported to do their best. You will be trustworthy, enthusiastic, full of energy, well-organised, and self-motivated. You will also have excellent communication skills and be able to build a solid and appropriate rapport with children and parents/carers. You need to have excellent numeracy and literacy skills and be passionate about making learning irresistible for children. You should also be able to adapt where necessary to support children's individual needs. You will also need to maintain confidentiality, be highly professional, and be committed to improving your own practice. Ideally, you will have experience working with children across the primary curriculum, including those with social, emotional, and mental health needs.,

• An ambitious school management team committed to staff professional learning.
• Dedicated, professional and determined staff.
• Highly motivated, happy children, keen to learn and develop
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing.
• Excellent resources and vibrant teaching spaces.