About South Milford Primary School

South Milford Primary School is at the heart and hub of our community. Relationships are at the centre of everything we do; our school is one which is firmly built upon strong relationships between staff, children and parents alike. We are committed to providing a highly inclusive environment where every child is valued and, therefore, enabled to reach their full potential.

We are proud to be a Thrive school; we promote the mental health and wellbeing of our young people to the utmost degree as we understand that children learn at their best when they feel happy, settled and safe.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated General Teaching Assistant to join our passionate and enthusiastic team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our pupils, supporting their individual needs and contributing to their overall educational experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support to individual pupils and small groups, as directed by the class teacher

• Assist in the delivery of tailored interventions for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)

• Facilitate and encourage positive learning experiences, promoting a love of learning and intellectual curiosity

• Contribute to the creation of a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment for all pupils

• Support the class teacher in the preparation and delivery of lessons

• Participate in the assessment and monitoring of pupil progress, providing feedback to the teacher

Requirements:

• Relevant experience working with primary-aged pupils, particularly those with SEND

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues

• A genuine passion for supporting the educational and personal development of children

• Flexibility, creativity, and a willingness to go the extra mile

• Strong organisational and time management skills

Desirable Qualities:

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar role

• Knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies

• Familiarity with relevant SEND best practises

Salary and Benefits:

This position is graded at Grade AB (2) & CD (3-4), offering a competitive salary and the opportunity to work in a supportive and nurturing environment.

The position comprises 26 hours and 20  minutes General Teaching Assistant hours plus 4 hours Midday Supervisory Assistant hours equalling 30 hours and 20 minutes in total. 

Our preferred working hours are: Mon- Fri 8.35-3.15. There is some flexibility around these times and we would be open to discussions. 

Contract type: Permanent

 Start Date: As soon as possible

Why Join South Milford Primary School? 

As a proud member of the STARMAT school community, we are committed to enhancing the experiences and outcomes of all our pupils. You will be joining a good and enthusiastic team, dedicated to providing the best possible education and care for our young people.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and share our vision for inclusive, high-quality education, we would love to hear from you.

To apply for this position please visit: https://mynewterm.com/sch_job_ads

Visits to the school are welcomed please contact admin@sm.starmat.uk  to make an appointment with either Mrs Lawrence (EHT) or Mrs Ward (DHT).

The closing date for the post is lunchtime (12pm)  on Friday 17th January Interviews will be held on MThursday 23rd January. 

We offer a range of extensive opportunities, incentives and benefits to staff including:

• Access to STAR MAT’s employee benefits website with discounts on retailers, holidays, days out and so much more…
• Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for a range of free and confidential advice with a range of support materials available
• Continuous training and development opportunities