Teaching Assistant

As a Teaching Assistant Level 1, you will work under the direct instruction of teaching/senior staff, usually in a classroom with the teacher. You will support pupils to ensure they can access learning and provide general support to the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom.

• A good standard of written and numeracy skills (A/I/C)
• Good communication skills both oral and written (A/I/R)
• Ability to use basic technology to support the role (A/I)
• Ability to build positive relationships with all stakeholders (A/I)
• Ability to work constructively as part of a team (A/I/R)
Desirable:
• Completion of DfES Teacher Assistant Induction Programme, or equivalent (A/C)
• Working with or caring for children of relevant age (A/I)
• Understanding classroom roles and responsibilities and your own position within these (A/I)
• Emergency First Aid or First aid at work qualification (C)
• Previous experience of working with young people preferably in a school setting (A/I)
Key: C - Certificate; A - Application Form; I - Interview; R - Reference

We offer an extensive range of opportunities, incentives and benefits with this post including:
• Contributory pension scheme with the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Minimum entitlement of 34 days holiday (subject to pro rata if working part time and dependent upon salary and continuous service) including statutory Bank Holidays
• Access to the Delta benefits website with discounts on retailers, holidays, days out, etc
• Access to Cycle to Work scheme, car leasing and technology scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
• Training and development opportunities
Commitment to safeguarding