Senior Teaching Assistant - Behaviour

Start date – September 2024

Permanent - Term time only + 5 days

28.5 hrs per week

The main purpose of the role is to support the work of teaching and senior staff to implement agreed work programmes with individuals or small groups, in and out of the classroom. You will support the class teacher in addressing pupil’s social, emotional and behaviour needs as well as supporting academic learning. You will need to establish productive working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model at all times. This role will include communication with parents/carers and external agencies.

The qualities we are looking for include:

· Ability to relate well to children and adults and communicate at all levels

· Experience of working effectively with pupils presenting challenging behaviours.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team

· Knowledge and experience of behaviour management.

· Experience of working with primary aged children

· Experience of working with pupils with additional needs

Appropriate induction and CPD will be provided to the successful candidate.

The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are made subject to a DBS. If you are interested in applying, please complete an application form, explaining how your skills and experiences would help you succeed in this role at Greengate Junior School.

Closing date: Friday 19th July 2024

Interviews : From 10am, 25th July 2024

We encourage visits to the school, if you wish to visit please contact the school office.

Those wishing to apply:

Download an application form from the Westmorland and Furness website, further information is available from the school admin address, admin@greengate-jun.cumbria.sch.uk  and completed applications should be emailed to: aphillips@greengate-jun.cumbria.sch.uk