Nursey/ Reception Teaching Assistant at St. Nicholas and St. Laurence CE Primary School
Dorset Council
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Wilton, Salisbury, United Kingdom
Nursery/Reception Teaching Assistant (Inclusion)
We are seeking a caring and inclusive teaching assistant to help support children with SEND in the early years. You will be experienced with children from 4 and have a good knowledge of how children develop and learn. Your role will be to support children with their small but crucial steps of progress towards their developmental milestones. You will be working as part of a team and given training and support to succeed in this important role.
Additionally, we are seeking staff to work in our wrap around care (breakfast or after school club). These roles could be combined, giving a longer working day, and greater salary.
What skills / experience are required?
- experience of working with preschool and/or reception aged children
- understanding of the importance of inclusion for all
- a recognised TA qualification such as NVQ 2 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualifications is desirable
- a desire to further your own professional development through targeted training to support the needs of children in your care
- knowledge and compliance with policies and procedures relevant to child protection and health and safety
- patience and a non judgmental attitude
- a flexible approach to your work and excellent team working skills
- a good understanding of how children learn
- a problem solver and team-player who will contribute positively to our small staff team
How to apply
If you are interested in this position and would like to have a more detailed conversation before making the decision to apply for the post, please give us a call and we will be happy to help you with as much detail as possible to support this process.
When you have enough information to make your decision to apply, please complete all sections of the application form. CVs will not be accepted.
All applicants will be notified of the shortlisting decisions by email. References for shortlisted candidates will be requested before interviews.
The Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and equal opportunities in employment and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
If you are interested in this position and would like to have a more detailed conversation before making the decision to apply for the post, please give us a call and we will be happy to help you with as much detail as possible to support this process.
When you have enough information to make your decision to apply, please complete all sections of the application form. CVs will not be accepted.
All applicants will be notified of the shortlisting decisions by email. References for shortlisted candidates will be requested before interviews.
The Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and equal opportunities in employment and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
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