Teaching Assistant

Permanent 

35 Hours Per Week, 39 weeks per year (Term time plus Teacher Training days)

Grade 3 

About Us 

The governors are looking to appoint a teaching assistant to join our successful friendly team. To start in as soon as possible. 

St John Vianney is a happy, learning community where each individual pupil and member of staff is valued for the contribution they can make to the life of our thriving school. Staff work hard to provide the very best for our pupils and in return they receive the support and training to enable them to be the best they can be. 

About the Role 

• To work under the guidance of the class teacher in the planning and implementation of work programmes with individuals or groups of pupils or the whole class to promote effective teaching and learning.
• Use strategies, in liaison with the teacher, to support pupils to achieve learning goals.
• During the short term absence of the class teacher a Level 3 teaching assistant may be required to supervise the whole class and deliver pre prepared activities.
• To Support pupils with Special Educational Needs
• To provide general support to the class teacher in the management and organisation of the pupil and the classroom.
• To assist the teacher in creating and maintaining a purposeful, orderly and supportive learning environment.
• To promote the inclusion of all pupils, ensuring they have equal opportunities to learn and develop.
• To be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school.
• To provide cover at Lunchtime.

About You 

We are seeking to appoint a teaching assistant who

Has a flexible approach and ability to work as part of a team 
• Demonstrates excellent classroom practice with high standards of teaching and learning 
• Can form positive and caring relationships with children which motivates them to learn, grow and be confident 
• Enjoys planning and leading play- based activities 
• Is a good team player who is willing to contribute to the ethos and wider community of the school 
• Is willing to participate fully in all aspects of school life 
• Has a passion for the outside classroom and knowledge of Forest school activities 
• Possess knowledge of phonics, reading, writing and numeracy                                                                                          
• Has a commitment to professional development and the skills to engage positively with practitioners, parents/carers and families 
• Is fully supportive of the Catholic ethos of the school.

What We Offer

·         A culture of collaboration, support and high expectations

·         A warm, respectful and values-driven school community

·         Opportunities for professional growth within the MAC

·         Access to the competitive Teacher Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme

·         A strong emphasis on employee wellbeing, including free, confidential access to 24/7 helplines, counselling and support services

·         Free, annual flu vaccinations

·         A flexible and generous approach to family appointments and events

K  How To Apply

To apply for this role, please submit an application form via MyNewTerm.

If you would like to visit our school or discuss the role further, please contact Tracy McCallum.

St John Vianney Catholic Primary School part of Holy Cross Multi Academy Company, has a responsibility for and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups. All employees and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and where relevant, a childcare disqualification check.

Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks including two suitable references, evidence of Right to Work, medical clearance and where applicable a prohibition check and evidence of qualifications. All successful candidates will be required to present their birth certificate along with evidence of any name changes.

This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Further information can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016). Therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

An online social media check will also be carried out as part of due diligence on all conditional offers of employment.