An exciting opportunity has arisen at Lee Brigg Infant and Nursery School, to appoint a highly motivated and committed Teaching Assistant with Lunchtime supervisor to join our superb term.  Lee Brigg Infant and Nursery School is an outstanding school. We are a proud member of Waterton Academy Trust, joining in 2015. As a growing organisation - consisting of pre, infant, junior and primary schools - Waterton Academy Trust’s main aim is to ensure all children receive the education that they deserve, and Lee Brigg is very proud to be part of this. 

At Lee Brigg, we work hard to provide a supportive and stimulating environment where every child can reach their full potential and where children can develop independence, confidence, self-esteem, and a lifelong love of learning. We have high expectations and seek to impart in all our children a strong sense of responsibility for their own behaviour, and a respect for the rights of others.

We are looking for a teaching assistant who: 

• Have relevant experience of working with pupils with complex needs

• Are positive and confident in using their knowledge of current theory and practice in teaching and learning, and SEND

• Are ready to utilise the benefits of a curriculum that is innovative and flexible in terms of delivery and content

• Will be engaged with the provision’s ethos, thinking creatively and reflectively within an open and honest team, whilst keeping the needs of the pupils firmly at the centre

• Are able to share best practice, be flexible and compassionate

• Will develop positive relationships with pupils and able to use a variety of strategies to meet individual needs

• Will be enthusiastic, confident and able to use their initiative

• Will play a full part in the life of the academy and be committed to working in partnership with staff and parents

• Will relish opportunities for continuing professional development

In return, Waterton Academy Trust can offer:

• Friendly and supportive colleagues with a forward-thinking leadership team

• A commitment to your professional development 

• An opportunity to complete a nationally recognised qualification 

• Fantastic opportunities for collaboration with colleagues across the Waterton family of schools

• A health and wellbeing package 

• A cycle to work scheme 

• An excellent pension package