Teaching Assistant (1:1 support)

Vacancy:     Teaching Assistant (SEND).
Type:         Temporary 2 terms initially  (Subject to continuation of SEND funding)
Hours:     20 Hours a week, term-time only.
Salary:        Grade 2, point 2-4
Closing Date:    24th April 2023 9am

Are you an experienced and/or qualified teaching assistant who is looking to join a talented, hardworking and positive team? Do you believe in providing all children with fantastic opportunities and willing to go the extra mile to strive for success? Do you take great pleasure in securing positive outcomes for all children? If so, we would like to invite you to apply for the position that we are offering! 

We are seeking someone who:
•    has the relevant qualifications (or willing to work towards them in your own time);
•    understands how to use a range of strategies to get the best out of our children;
•    has experience of working with children in an educational setting;
•    has an understanding of potential barriers to learning and seeks to overcome these;
•    is patient and understanding;
•    is able to deal with confidential information and liaise with professional bodies;
•    organised and able to use own initiative to provide the best for our pupils;
•    is confident, friendly and professional;
•    truly cares about making a difference to the lives of our children

We can offer:

•    the opportunity to join a small, friendly and community-oriented school with a strong team ethos;
•    a varied and interesting role where you will be highly valued and can make a tangible difference;
•    well-behaved, polite and engaging children;
•    support from senior leaders and colleagues;
•    training and development opportunities to further enhance your practice

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed, for further information please contact the school office on 01427 880470 or email z.sirrell@levertonacademy.co.uk for an application form.

Closing date: 24th April 2023 at 9am.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. 
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.