1:1 Teaching Assistant to cover maternity leave
1:1 Teaching Assistant supporting a pupil in Year 3.
32 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time + five days training).
Charles Baines is well-regarded in the local community and is a popular choice for parents. We offer a diverse curriculum enriched by hands on experiences and we benefit from being very well resourced in terms of practical equipment, ICT and online learning materials.
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and calm 1:1 Teaching Assistant who will support the social and emotional needs of a pupil in Year 3, as well as supporting their learning in the classroom as per their Educational Health Care Plan. You will be working alongside an excellent team of teachers and teaching assistants. This post is temporary and is a maternity cover position. Experience of working with children with additional needs is desirable.
We are seeking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic and motivated teaching assistant to join the Charles Baines team. You will need to be committed to achieving the best for every child and be willing to go the extra mile! Candidates will need to be able to use their initiative, work as part of a team and have a good sense of humour.
The successful candidates will have had experience in a primary setting, be passionate about providing dedicated support to our pupils, have high expectations and want to be involved in the whole life of the school.
We offer:
• A welcoming and calm learning environment
• Access to an experienced teaching team
• A dedicated SENDCO
• A full time Child and Family Support Advisor
• Excellent Support
• Opportunities to develop
If you are interested in learning more about this position we encourage you to contact us for an informal discussion or to arrange a visit to the school on 01427 613812 or cbrooks@charles-baines.lincs.sch.uk An application form and job description are available from cbrooks@charles-baines.lincs.sch.uk
References will be taken up before interview.
Closing date Monday 24.2.25 Interviews to take place w/c 3.3.25.
Please note that if you have not heard from us by Monday 3rd March then you have been unsuccessful but thank you for your application.
Charles Baines Community Primary school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and expects all staff to share this commitment. Rigorous children protection procedures are in place. This post is subject tot satisfactory references and enhanced DBS disclosure, Barred List, medical, online and social media check. All pre-employment checks are in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.
All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.
On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.
We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.
Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Politically Restricted Position
Under The Local Government and Housing Act 1989, as amended by the Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Act 2009, this post has been identified as 'politically restricted'. Further information on the Council’s Politically Restricted Posts Policy can be viewed here.