Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Salary: £14.40 per hour (£20,312 per annum)

Hours: 8:40-3:15pm, Monday to Friday (30.4 hours)

Contract: Permanent

To commence:  As soon as possible

Chipstead Valley Primary is a thriving and successful three form primary, judged as ‘outstanding’ in all categories by Ofsted (March 2013). We offer an outstanding and inclusive education set in vast and well equipped grounds. The school is part of PACE Academy Trust, comprising of five schools within Croydon and Merton borough.

Job Details:

An exciting opportunity has arisen to provide targeted support to some of our children across both Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic individual, to join our busy Teaching Assistant team, providing targeted support whilst successfully nurturing and inspiring our children. This role is varied, and we are looking for an adaptable, flexible and resourceful individual able to cope in a high-pressure environment and deal with constantly changing priorities.  You will be working as part of an energetic and busy team to provide additional support to children both in and outside of the classroom. Experience of working with children in this capacity, as well as a caring and nurturing nature is essential.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will have the ability to relate well to children of all ages, promoting excellent behaviour standards and instilling a love for learning. You will have the opportunity to work alongside outstanding teachers, to observe and share best practice on a regular basis to further develop a career.

This position would suit an already experienced TA who has good knowledge of both the KS1 and KS2 curriculum and who has experience of making this curriculum accessible to children of all levels and abilities. 

The right candidate will have:

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above.

• Previous experience of working with children in a school environment would be an advantage.

• Understand how to support and adapt the curriculum for children of all abilities 

• Caring and nurturing nature

• Have high expectations and be committed to inclusion for all children 

• A proven ability to work on their own initiative.

• A high level of communication skills and the ability to relate positively to children and adults.

• The ability to use relevant technology/equipment to access learning

Job Requirements:

• Supporting children on a small group basis

• Supporting individual children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) under the instruction of teaching/senior staff to enable a child to access all areas of the learning

• To support assessment and evidence learning

• Working with the class teacher to create a stimulating classroom environment, displays and learning resources adapted to meet any additional needs.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary in line with NJC support staff pay scale

• The opportunity to work alongside outstanding teachers, to observe and share best practice on a regular basis for personal and career development

• Local Government Pension scheme

Safeguarding Recruitment Statement

Chipstead Valley Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a DBS check and in line with KCSIE recommendations, we will also perform an online search of any shortlisted candidates.

PACE Academy Trust are an equal opportunities employer. We believe that diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that PACE Academy Trust reflects our communities. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to our work, the better. If you share our values, we welcome your application