TEACHING ASSISTANT 2B

Location

Banks St Stephen's Church Of England Primary School, Greaves Hall Avenue, Banks, Southport, PR9 8BL (191 on roll)

Tel: 01704 225332
School website: www.bank-st-stephens.lancs.sch.uk

Summary

About Us:

Banks St Stephen’s CE Primary School is a vibrant and inclusive school community, committed to providing a nurturing environment where every child feels valued, inspired, and encouraged to achieve their potential. We take pride in our supportive and dedicated team, our Christian values of Belong, Serve, Succeed, and our commitment to fostering a love of learning.

The Role:

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our team, working primarily with children to support their learning, well-being, and development. The successful candidate will work under the guidance of class teachers and senior staff to support pupils individually, in small groups, or as a whole class.

Key Responsibilities:

Supporting the learning and development of pupils both in and out of the classroom.

Assisting in the delivery of engaging and inclusive lessons.

Providing one-to-one or group support to children with additional needs.

Promoting positive behaviour and supporting children’s social and emotional well-being.

Assisting with the preparation and maintenance of learning resources.

Working collaboratively as part of a team to ensure the highest standards of education and care.

Contributing to the wider school community, including involvement in extra-curricular activities if required.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

Have relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant Qualification) or experience in a similar role.

Demonstrate a caring and patient approach, with a commitment to supporting children’s learning.

Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Be adaptable, resilient, and proactive in their approach to supporting teaching and learning.

Uphold the school’s Christian values and ethos.

Be able to work independently as well as part of a team.

Have a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Why Join Us?

A friendly, supportive, and dynamic team environment.

Opportunities for professional development and training.

A welcoming school community with a strong sense of belonging.

The possibility of additional hours and further professional growth

The successful candidate must be committed to safeguarding children and will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.

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

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Essential Experience

Please see the person specification

For an informal discussion please contact:

EMAIL HEAD@BANK-ST-STEPHENS.LANCS.SCH.UK TO ARRANGE

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.