Teaching Assistant - Class based
Teaching Assistant required from September 2023, 27.5 hours per week
Salary: BGK-3 (£18,562)- BGJ- 6 (£19,698) pro rata, term time only and dependent on experience
Meadow Vale Primary School is a friendly school which thrives on a strong team approach, fantastic children, high standards and a caring ethos.
We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant for our school in a Key Stage Two (Years 3-6) class from September 2023.
We are looking for someone who is:
- Passionate about supporting all children’s learning, whatever their starting point
- Knowledgeable about the development of the whole child
- Excited about contributing to the future direction of our school
- A team player with a good sense of humour
We can offer you:
- Happy and positive children
- Friendly and supportive colleagues
- A well-resourced learning environment
- Opportunities for Continuing Professional Development
- A strong partnership with parents, governors and the local community
How to Apply
How to Apply - Only applications received on Bracknell Forest application forms will be considered.
Safeguarding Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) children.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. If you are successful in being shortlisted for this position, you will be required to complete a self-declaration formTo find out more about the application process for working with children, young people and adults at risk visit https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/policies-relating-job-applications/applications-work-those-risk
The Bracknell Forest Safeguarding Board (BFSB) oversees the safety and well-being of children in Bracknell Forest - https://bracknellforestsafeguarding.org.uk/
Equal Opportunities - We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to providing equality of opportunity to all. Our aim is to treat all employees and prospective employees with integrity, respect and consideration.
Disability - We are a Disability Symbol User and as such have made a commitment to guarantee an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria of the person specification.
Pre–employment medical check - As a condition of the Offer of Employment, the successful applicant will be asked to complete an Occupational Health questionnaire form.
References - On your application form you will be asked to provide the names and addresses of two people who will provide a reference. At least one must be from your current employer, completed by a suitable person with appropriate authority. We take up references for all shortlisted candidates and wherever possible we like to apply for these prior to interview.
Employment - Any candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant criteria.