Temporary Care Assistant linked to pupil numbers

Part-Time 15 Hours Per Week Mornings Only, Term Time Only

Required January 2018

The Governors at St Peter’s Church of England Primary Academy Mansfield wish to appoint a Temporary Care Assistant to join our dedicated team of staff.  The position will be to support children with complex needs within our Foundation Unit.  We are looking for an enthusiastic and friendly Care Assistant who can be confident in supporting children in the early years.  The applicant should be a team player and supportive of staff and children alike in an inclusive environment.

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;
• is organised and able to use their 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.

In return we can offer you:-

• a friendly and supportive team of staff;
• motivated and well-behaved children;
• bright and well-resourced surroundings;
• support from senior leaders and the governing body;
• training and development opportunities to further enhance your practice.

The school converted to an academy on 1st November 2017, therefore the appointment will be to the Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham MAT under their terms and conditions.

If you are keen to be part of our very special team, please do request further details.

Visits to our school are strongly encouraged. Please contact the school office on 01623 489980, to make an appointment with our Headteacher and see our wonderful school in action.

For an application form and further details for the above post please e-mail admin6@st-petersfirst.notts.sch.uk

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 and SNMAT welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation for posts within County and Controlled Schools and in Colleges