Temporary full-time Foundation Stage Teaching Assistant

Temporary
Full Time
Initially 12 months
Cotgrave Candleby Lane School, Candleby Lane, Cotgrave, NG12 3JG
Grade A3 Point 14-18 £13,671-£14,921 actual term time only salary

Head of School : Mr Pete Wilkes

Roll: 588

Required as soon as possible –Temporary full-time Foundation Stage Teaching Assistant to work 1:1 with a pupil with communication and interaction needs, term time only.(Initially 12 months)

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a school described by Ofsted as not just outstanding but awesome!

We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate teaching assistant with a commitment to inclusion, to support a pupil with communication and interaction difficulties within Key Stage One.

What we are looking for:

  • An organised, dedicated and patient practitioner
  • A good communicator, with the skills to liaise and work alongside parents, staff and multi-agencies
  • Confidence, to follow planning and adapt where necessary to support the child’s individual needs.
  • Initiative to carry out interventions and programs of work suggested by outside agencies
  • A good knowledge and understanding of Special Educational Needs and the Early Years Foundation Stage.
  • A team player within the whole school setting
  • A sense of humour!

What we can offer: 

  • A full induction programme
  • Training opportunities to develop specific skills required
  • A friendly and supportive environment to work in
  • An ethos of humility and commitment to work/life balance

For more information visit the Key Information section of our website at www.ccls.notts.sch.uk

Closing date – Wednesday 14th October at noon

Interviews are planned – Week commencing Monday 19th October

• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

• All posts in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. All posts in schools, unless stated otherwise, are suitable for a job share arrangement.

• The County Council encourages applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation. for posts within County and Controlled Schools and in Colleges.

This vacancy is closed to applications.