Job vacancy title | Teaching Assistant |
Non-teaching/teaching role | Non-teaching |
Full school address including post code | Back Lane, Aldbourne, Wiltshire. SN8 2BP |
School telephone number (including area code) | 01672 540434 |
School email address | sbm@stmichaelsaldbourne.co.uk |
Number on roll | 204 |
Salary | Grade D Spinal point 4 |
Hours | Part-time – Approx 12 hours (Mon & Fri) & adhoc cover |
Contract type | Fixed for 1 year |
Commencement date | 1st September 2021 |
We are looking for an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our strong, friendly and motivated staff team. This position has arisen to support both children on EHCP plans and those who require extra support to aid recovery post COVID19.
As a Teaching Assistant you will work under the direction of the class teacher. Your duties will include working with groups of children, supporting the needs of individual children and supporting the class teacher in delivering lessons. We invite applications from teaching assistants who:
- Are able to support children’s self-esteem, inclusion and behavioural development
- Are patient, calm, organised and adaptable
- Work well as part of a team
- Are able to use their own initiative as well as take direction
- Are enthusiastic and have a positive outlook
- Are creative and able to motivate children
- Have excellent communication skills
Previous experience of working with children would be an advantage.
Prospective applicants are most welcome to visit the school by appointment with Sarah Hamilton, our School Business Manager. For an application pack please contact the school using the contact details above.
St Michael’s is set in the rural village of Aldbourne which is situated 15 minutes from Swindon, Hungerford and Marlborough.
St Michael’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.