1:1 Teaching Assistant
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on young lives? Tetney Primary School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our team and offer one-to-one pupil support. If you are committed to building strong relationships with children and colleagues, have a genuine interest in special educational needs, and possess a range of supportive strategies, we want to hear from you.
We’re looking for someone who is:
• Committed to building positive relationships
• Passionate about supporting pupils with special educational needs
• Able to support learning through varied approaches
• Calm, kind, and able to set clear expectations
• Skilled in clear communication and empathy
• Highly organised and self-motivated
• Familiar with strategies for supporting young people
• Willing to engage in the school's community and activities
• A team player with a collaborative mindset
About our school:
Tetney Primary School is a small school with a big heart, known for its dedicated and committed school family. We pride ourselves on providing a caring and supportive environment where both staff and pupils thrive. With access to high-quality CPD and a collaborative team, Tetney Primary School offers a wonderful opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our pupils and the community.
Benefits of Joining Tetney Primary School:
• Small school with a caring team
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth through high-quality CPD
• Supportive environment where teamwork is valued
• Engage with wonderful pupils and a supportive community
This position is for a temporary contract and will primarily require the successful candidate to work with pupils with Special Educational Needs. Applications from candidates with a range of relevant experiences and the right skills for the position are warmly welcomed.
If you are ready to be part of a school that values both its staff and children, where every day brings new opportunities to make a difference, apply now to join Tetney Primary School as a Teaching Assistant. Your dedication and passion will be appreciated in our close-knit school family. Make a difference - join Tetney Primary School today.
Conditions of contract:
The successful candidate will be employed solely for the purpose of assisting with the special needs of a named child whilst the child attends and requires assistance at Tetney Primary School. This contract is temporary and the end date will be when the pupil is no longer on roll, however, the contract may be ended sooner in the event that a decision is made that assistance is no longer required for the child at this school due to a change in the need for assistance or as a result of the child leaving the school. Notice will be given in accordance with statutory provisions and terms and conditions of service.
Visits to our school with the Headteacher are positively encouraged. If you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Closing date: Friday 17th January 2025 (12pm)
Interviews: Wednesday 22nd January 2025
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff share this commitment.
All posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks.
Applicants may be subject to a social media presence check.
Please ensure all completed applications are sent to: admin@tetney.lincs.sch.uk by the deadline.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.