Care Assistant

20 September 2018
Fixed Term
Part Time
Maternity Cover – From November 2018
Abbey Primary School, 28 Stuart Ave, Forest Town, Mansfield NG19 0AB
Grade 2 Points 9-13 (£16,755- £17,391 FTE)

Maternity Leave 30 hours

The Governors of this happy and successful school are seeking to appoint an excellent Care Assistant to support children in our Foundation Stage. 

We are looking for someone who: 

  • Has experience of supporting pupils with special educational needs
  • Has excellent interpersonal skills, a growth mindset, a good sense of humour and enjoy being part of a friendly and supportive team
  • Is enthusiastic, caring and hard working
  • Demonstrates high standards of organisation and care
  • Can maintain confidentiality
  • Is willing to make a wider contribution to the life of the school 

In return we can offer you 

  • Happy, hard-working and motivated children who enjoy learning
  • A welcoming school community which is inclusive
  • Supportive and caring colleagues
  • A supportive and forward thinking Governing Body
  • A well-resourced attractive working environment
  • Commitment to your continued professional development 

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the post is subject to DBS checks and Safeguarding processes.

If you want to work hard, to help us to maintain and build on our high standards and make a difference to the life chances of our children we actively encourage you to visit our school to see us at work. Please contact the Head Teacher’s PA, Natalie Mather, to arrange a visit or request an information pack.

Application forms and further details are available from the school website or by e-mailing nmather@abbey.notts.sch.uk

Shortlisting Monday 8th October 2018. Interviews will take place W/B 15th October 2018.

• 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.