We are looking for a caring, nurturing member of staff to join our fantastic team to help support the children’s learning and development in Key Stage 2. This position would be perfect for somebody who is child-centred, has good interpersonal skills, is an effective team player and is knowledgeable about how to support learning in the primary phase. You will be supporting the learning of all children, including those with special educational needs, within mainstream classes.
We welcome applications from candidates seeking a part time or full time role and can offer up to 30 hours per week, term time only.
The successful candidate will:
- enjoy working with children and be able to show initiative both in class and group situations
- have an interest in special educational needs
- have an understanding of learning and be able to contribute to assessment and planning
- have high expectations, together with caring attitude and flexibility
- know how to provide the children with a safe and secure environment
- have a good level of general educational qualifications
In addition you will:
- have lots of energy and patience
- demonstrate good communication skills
- have a positive, hardworking attitude
- be able to work effectively within a committed team of TAs and Teachers
- be committed to inclusion and equality of opportunity
- cover lunch time duties
In return, we can offer:
- confident, well-behaved children who are willing learners
- an enthusiastic, dedicated and friendly staff team
- positive and supportive parents
- opportunities for professional growth both within St John's and the wider Greensand Multi Academy Trust
- membership of a generous Local Government Pension Scheme
- an excellent staff assistance scheme with access to a range of wellbeing and health initiatives, including complimentary counselling, physiotherapy and a 24-hour online GP service
- access to a Greensand My Staff Shop offering a range of hospitality, retail and leisure discounts, including a cycle to work scheme
Interested candidates are warmly invited to contact the school if you would like to discuss the role in more depth.
The full time equivalent annual salary is £23,576-24,690. The pro rata annual salary will be subject to the agreed number of working hours per week (up to 30 hours) over 38.6 weeks per annum. For 30 hours per week the pro rata salary would be £16,728-17,519).
Closing date for applications is Tuesday 22 April 2025 at 9am. Applications will be considered upon receipt, and we reserve the right to appoint someone sooner than this if we identify a suitable candidate. You are therefore encouraged to apply for the role as soon as possible.
We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of our Trust. We strive to create a diverse and inclusive environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific support or require alternative formats, please contact us.
St John's Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and an overseas criminal records check if you have lived or worked outside the UK within the last 10 years. In accordance with KCSIE, online checks will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.