Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant - Temporary Part Time (2 Posts)

29 hours per week

The Local Governing Board of Ormsgill Nursery and Primary School are seeking to appoint 2 patient and dedicated Teaching Assistants to support children with learning, communication and sensory needs. Experience of supporting a child with additional needs would be an advantage. Where appropriate, training will be given in order to support the successful candidates.

The posts begin as soon as possible and are temporary due to funding attached to specific children (until July 2024)

Ormsgill Primary School is a member of South Cumbria Multi Academy Trust (SCMAT), with an aim to inspire young people and change lives through excellence in education in South Cumbria.

You will need:

• experience of working with children
• a relevant Level 2 or higher qualification
• the ability to build good relationships
• a basic understanding of how children develop and learn
• the ability to work as part of a team
• good reading, writing and numeracy skills
• patience and a sense of humour

Visits to the school are welcome by appointment.

Please visit our website https://www.ormsgill.cumbria.sch.uk/vacancies/ to download an application pack.

Applicants are asked to complete the South Cumbria Multi-Academy Trust (SCMAT) application form and covering letter.
The school 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. The successful applicant will be required to apply for a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. School will also undertake online checks of any shortlisted candidates.

The closing date for applications is Thursday 1^st February 2024

Interviews will take place on Thursday 8^th February 2024