TEACHING ASSISTANT (x3) VACANCIES AT CHURWELL PRIMARY SCHOOL

Commencing September 2024

Required: Teaching Assistants – A1/B1

30 hours per week ( to include 30 minutes lunchtime support) to be agreed between 8.30am and 3.15pm. Term Time only

Churwell is a welcoming and inclusive school which aims to provide an education of the highest quality.

We are looking for three enthusiastic, friendly and caring Teaching Assistants to work in either Early Years/KS1 or KS2. The role includes:

•           Whole class and small group support 

•           Timetabled support for children with specific SEND/SEMH needs 

•           Delivering in class support and small group/1:1 interventions 

•           Working as part of the wider team across school 

The successful candidate will be determined to help children achieve their full potential from whatever their starting point is. 

You will have strong English and Maths skills along with good organisational abilities. Being able to work as part of a team and with your own initiative is essential. An understanding and caring nature is required to support groups of children to develop and progress from varied starting points. 

You will also support children during the lunchtime period. This could be:

•           A small group of children who require support to access lunchtimes

•           Supervising lunchtime play; organising games or facilitating play 

This would be a fantastic opportunity for anyone seeking to work in a school that promotes good behaviour and high expectations and where staff have the opportunity to develop their skills and expertise.

Successful applicants will have the ability to:

•           Work well as an integral part of a team, valuing the contributions of all.

•           Be organised, enthusiastic, positive and be prepared to work hard..

•           Contribute to and strengthen our commitment to the National Curriculum and the extra-curricular learning around it.

•           Make a positive contribution to the life of the school.

Churwell Primary has a proven reputation for providing high quality professional development for both teaching and support staff so we can offer:

•           A strong motivated staff team   

•           Pupils with a positive attitude to learning

•           Opportunities for professional development

•           A supportive and caring environment

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to the receipt of two satisfactory references, medical clearance, a check of the ISA barred list, prohibition order and DBS Enhanced Disclosure, verification of identity and eligibility to work in the UK as well as verification of qualifications and professional status where applicable. The school promotes diversity and we want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.

Applicants are encouraged to visit the school. 

Please email the school office to request an application pack: office@churwellprimary.org.uk 

Opportunities to look round will take place on Friday 13th September at 4.00pm or Tuesday 17th September at 4.00 pm. Please book a visit appointment  through the school office: 0113 2527437 or via email: office@churwellprimary.org.uk 

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS 23rd September 2024 at 9.00am. 

INTERVIEWS WILL BE HELD: Friday 27th September 2024  

This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.

The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.