KS2 Teaching Assistant

Come and join the growing West Town Lane staff.We are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant (TA) to support in KS2 facilitating interventions and carrying out some 1:1 support as well as general classroom support based work, We are a large, friendly, highly supportive school with excellent staff retention and opportunities for professional development. We pride ourselves on providing a happy, nurturing environment for children and adults. Our children are polite and friendly and behaviour in the school is extremely positive. Our school grounds offer children space to run and play and encourage adventure! The successful candidate will:

• work alongside the class teacher to provide engaging and exciting learning opportunities
• ensure the safety and well-being of all children
• enjoy working as part of a team: including the wider school community
• be committed and passionate about inclusion
• welcome the opportunity to learn new skills
• promote independence and support social and emotional development
• demonstrate our school valuesThis Role could be part-time or full-time, term time only including Inset daysFull time hours are 8.30am until 3.30pm. Visits to the school are welcomed and positively encouraged so that you can meet our wonderful children and staff. These can be arranged by appointment so please get in touch.
The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and all appointments will be subject to appropriate vetting, including an enhanced DBS disclosure check.