Teaching Assistant

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Monks Coppenhall Academy and Nursery

Grade 4 Teaching Assistant- EYFS- Reception

Hours - 30 per week (8:45am-3:15pm), 38 weeks per year (term time only)

Salary - Grade 4 SCP 5- £25,583.00 Actual Salary- £17,438.78

Temporary for 1 year

Monks Coppenhall Academy and Nursery are looking for an outstanding, enthusiastic and hard-working Grade 4 Teaching Assistant to join our team.

This role is to support in EYFS supporting both children in class and leading interventions as directed by the SENCO/class teacher.

The successful candidate must: -

• have previous experience of working with primary aged children with special educational needs;
• have a minimum Level 3 qualification that meets the DfE criteria for counting in the EYFS statutory framework staff: child ratios);
• have a Paediatric First Aid qualification (or be willing to work towards one);
• be highly motivated and committed to working as part of a team;
• have excellent interpersonal skills;
• have the ability to act on their own initiative;
• be committed to the vision and values of our school;
• have a child-centred approach to their work;
• have excellent verbal and written communication skills at all levels (with children, staff and parents/carers);
• have a good sense of humour and a hardworking ethos;
• be able to present as a positive role model;
• demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding children and maintaining confidentiality at all times;
• have the ability to work independently but also as part of a team.

In return we can offer: -

• an experienced and supportive team of staff;
• amazing children who feel confident to express their individuality and their talents;
• a happy school community where respect and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do;
• excellent opportunities for training and continual professional development
• talented Governors and Trustees, who know the school well and are fully supportive of work-life balance;
• access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (counselling services, GP anytime, musculoskeletal services);
• eye care vouchers;
• discounted gym membership;
• free annual flu jab.

The Alexandra Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. The appointment will only be confirmed after successful DBS checks and relevant safeguarding checks have been carried out.

For more information including an application form, person specification and job description please go to – https://monkscoppenhall.cheshire.sch.uk/job-vacancies/

Please forward completed application forms to Mrs Z Holloway by e-mail (HR@alexandraacademytrust.co.uk)

Closing date: 25th June at 12:00pm

Interview date: 2nd July