Position Overview & Specifications

Teaching Assistants Pre School & Reception (Early Years)

30 hours (Approximately 5.5 hours per day, plus some lunch cover)

Fixed Term/Permanent, Term Time plus TEDs

Salary TA1 £14,558 (£10.60 per hour, pro rata) (pay award pending, therefore could rise)

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, creative, inspirational and dedicated Teaching Assistants to work within our (Early Years), Pre School & Reception Departments.

The ideal candidate should be qualified in one of the following qualifications or equivalent:

Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Diploma.
Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools.
Level 2 Teaching Assistant Certificate.
Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools.
Or have a minimum of 3 years’ experience working within a Primary School in a similar role.

They would need to have a patient, caring attitude and have good numeracy and literacy skills. Candidates must have GCSE Maths and English at grade C or above (or equivalent). They should be flexible and able to work across the key stages and in all areas of the curriculum.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring our school provides the very best education for every pupil. They will implement agreed work programs with individuals or groups of children and support teaching staff in the development and education of pupils.

In return, Franche Community Primary School can offer you:

Friendly, enthusiastic children who enjoy learning
A highly skilled and dedicated staff team
Supportive parents and grandparents
A happy working environment

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including, local authority pension and sickness benefits, along with the opportunity for continuous professional development in a one of the leading local schools.

If you have a preference of either Pre School or Reception, please state this when you submit the application

Franche 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 successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Please complete Worcestershire County Council Application Form and submit to Mrs S Holloway, Assistant Headteacher, Franche Community Primary School, Chestnut Grove, Kidderminster, DY11 5QB or via e-mail to: sl181@francheprimary.worcs.sch.uk

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 5 months

Salary: From £14,558.00 per year

Schedule: