Job Opportunities in United Kingdom

Salary:

NJC Grade B4

Job type:

Part Time, Fixed Term

Start date:

January 2025

Apply by:

15 November 2024

Stoke Fleming Primary school have a vacancy for a Teaching Assistant to join the team in January 2025. Due to our growing numbers of children in our Nursery, we are seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant. This is a part-time, fixed-term position until August 2025, with the potential for extension beyond this date.
We are looking for a candidate who ideally:

• Has a strong understanding of child development and the EYFS framework
• Is experienced in supporting children with special educational needs, including adapting strategies to meet individual needs
• Has a good knowledge of effective early years teaching methodologies, including play-based learning
• Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, parents/guardians, and staff members
• Is patient, empathetic, and has a genuine passion for supporting young children's growth and well-being

Safeguarding Commitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure.
Fluency in English
This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken and written aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
Closing Date for applications: Noon, Friday 15th November,2024
Interview Date: Thursday 21st November, 2024
We look forward to hearing from you!

Aim High

At Stoke Fleming we believe that the journey through childhood should be happy, exciting and inspiring. School is vital in nurturing the talent and developing the skills in partnership with families to enable everyone to go into the world to make a difference.
Our mission to 'Aim High' is central to our philosophy and supported by our values of Respect, Resilience, Positivity and Caring. This will foster Learning together and Inspiration for Global Citizens who are Happy Trying their best (LIGHT). We are committed to equality of opportunity and serve the local community by welcoming children from all backgrounds and faiths. We value and respect the diversity of our community and aim to set all children on life’s path through thoughtfulness and understanding to one another and respect for one another’s differences.
Stoke Fleming is so lucky to have a wonderful team of dedicated staff who go above and beyond to ensure your child has an amazing educational experience with us so they will leave well prepared for the next stage of their education and beyond.
Georgia Taylor & Andrea Hall - Heads of School