Teaching Assistant Additional Needs at St Dominic's Catholic Primary School

Teaching Assistant Additional Needs (term-time only) Grade 4

We have two positions available for a Teaching Assistant supporting pupils with additional needs. These roles are term-time only and may be suitable as a job-share opportunity. 

Are you looking for a new role in an innovative and supportive Multi Academy Trust and a school where teaching and learning are of equal importance to children’s happiness and well-being? We are delighted to advertise an excellent opportunity to join our highly successful school (as confirmed by Ofsted in March 2022) in the picturesque market town of Stone.

 About the role:

We are seeking to appoint two teaching assistants (additional needs)

• Support individual children sometimes within small groups, making the adjustments on a day-to-day basis to ensure access to a differentiated and highly personalised curriculum
• Working closely with the SENCO to deliver a personalised programme  of support to meet targets
• To support the child’s personal care and needs, including communication by following the Education Health Care Plans, and undergoing any relevant training
• Lunchtime supervision is included in this post
• We welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements, including flexible hours or job-sharing options.
• There is a possibility for progression, for those interested, in taking an additional role of assisting to manage SEND

 Why St Dominic’s Catholic Primary School?

• A Christian community with a caring, secure and disciplined environment.
• A happy and supportive family atmosphere.
• High academic standards.
• A commitment to success for all.
• Excellent relationships with parents.
• St Dominic’s is committed to your on-going professional development.

Closing date for applications:  9.00am Tuesday 30^th June

 Informal enquiries, further details and application forms from Mrs A Mooney, Office Manager on 01785 413278 or email office@st-dominics-catholic.staffs.sch.uk. 

For further information about St Dominic’s, please visit the school website, st-dominics-catholic.staffs.sch.uk

 We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and pre-employment medical clearance. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), online searches will also be carried out for shortlisted candidates. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974