Teaching Assistant L1

The Governors of the Carrdyke Federation wish to appoint a teaching assistant (30 hours a week) from September. This post will be permanent on the successful completion of a probationary period.

Walcott is a small rural school that is part of a federation with Mrs Mary King’s Church of England Primary school in the village of Martin.

The job role will be to support learning in both KS1 and KS2 classes during the week as needed.

We have a higher than average percentage of children with special educational needs including several with EHCP’s, this appointment is part of a plan to create a more flexible and adaptive team that can provide both general classroom support and more specialised interventions for children with more complex needs.

The suitable candidate will need to be flexible and able to adapt to working in different ways to meet pupil need. They will need to be a warm caring person who is able to support other team members and be keen to contribute to the wider school community.

Experience of working with children with autism or behavioural SEND would be desirable along with skills in pastoral support.

Previous experience of the KS2 curriculum and supporting learning in maths would be an advantage.

We can offer a school that retains its individuality and has a supportive leadership team including a full-time non-teaching SENDCO. We can offer the successful candidate CPD linked to the needs of the children they will be supporting.

Visits to the school are welcome and can be arranged by contacting Mrs Steer the school Administration Assistant: laura.steer@walcott.linc.sch.uk Tel: 01526 860400

Application forms and job specifications can be found on the school website: https://www.walcottprimaryschool.co.uk/vacancies/

The closing date for applications is noon Friday 7th July 2023 with interviews the week beginning 10th July.

The Carrdyke Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure check and employment references.

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews.When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.

All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.