TEACHING ASSISTANT 2B

Location

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Lea Town, Darkinson Lane, Lea Town, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 0RJ (106 on roll)

Tel: 01772 729881
School website: www.lea-st-marys.lancs.sch.uk

Summary

Loved and Inspired by Mary ..We shine and learn as a family of God’
Teaching Assistant 2B

The Governors at St Mary’s Catholic Primary School are looking to appoint a Teaching assistant 2B on a Variable Hours Contract (minimum 2.5 hours, Initial hours 15 )

We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who:-

Supports  our Catholic ethos, upholding our values and mission statementHas a passion for ensuring pupils receive a nurturing and secure start to school life

- Supports our Catholic ethos, upholding our values and mission statement
- Has a passion for ensuring pupils receive a nurturing and secure start to school life
- Holds a minimum Level Two Teaching Assistant Qualification
- Has a clear understanding of how pupils learn and develop
- Has a good understanding of barriers that exist with all groups of learners.
- Is enthusiastic about providing high quality, varied learning experiences for our children
- Works closely alongside Class Teachers and SENCO to deliver interventions
- Is able to use School Support Plans SSP’s and EHCP’s to identify and evaluate Targets to meet pupils needs
- Provides support yet still encourages independence to enable pupils to be the best they can be
- Works effectively as part of a team and is willing to contribute to the wider aspects of school
- Enjoys working with other adults to continue to fulfil our vision in moving our school forward
- Is a reflective practitioner and positive about professional development

Loved and inspired by Mary… We shine and learn as a family in God and, In return, we offer;

-A distinctive Catholic ethos -Dedicated and committed Governors who care deeply about St. Mary’s School
-The support and guidance of the Head Teacher
-Friendly and supportive staff
-Pupils whose behaviour and attitude to learning is outstanding
-Effective partnerships with families and the community
- Forest School Status
- Established Weekly pre-school session
- Opportunities for professional development

St. Mary’s Catholic 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. Successful candidates are subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and appropriate references.


This post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974(Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application

Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

Online checks will be completed by a member external to the interview  panel

Essential Qualifications

See attached 

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

 

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.