Teaching Assistant with Midday Assistant Duties

Ladybridge Primary School

Councillor Lane, Cheadle, Stockport, SK8 2JF

Job Title: Teaching Assistant with Midday Assistant Duties

Hours: 25 hours per week

MDA Hours: 5 hours 50 mins per week

Salary: £13581 - £13808 (Scale 3 pro rata)

MDA Salary: £3014 - £3064 (Scale 1 pro rata)

Contract: Part Time, Term Time, Fixed Term until July 2025 with potential for extension

Start Date: Two positions; One to ASAP and one to start September 2024

The Headteacher, Governors and children of our inclusive school would like to appoint two friendly and self-motivated Teaching Assistants. One to start as soon as possible, the other to start in September 2024.

You will:

1.                   To work under the guidance of teaching / senior staff to implement agreed work programmes

2.                   To assist the teacher in the planning cycle and the management & preparation of resources

3.                   To provide support for teaching staff across the school in an appropriate learning environment

4.                   Enjoy working with children with complex needs.

5.                   Have the skills, knowledge and experience to support children with physical needs, autism and learning difficulties.

6.                   Work well with other staff and agencies.

7.                   Be well motivated, have a positive attitude and be emotionally resilient.

8.                   Have the ability to work in a 1:1 situation and to teach small groups

9.                   Supporting children during lunchtime

10.               Assisting with cleaning in the dining Hall

11.         Supervising children on the playground

We can offer:

•              Training needed to carry out the role

•              An extremely rewarding role where you will go home every day knowing that you have made a difference in the lives of children.

•              A diverse cohort of children.

•              A supportive, hardworking and friendly staff team.

•              A commitment to your professional development.

•              An inclusive environment where all pupils are valued and are well-supported.

•              A successful, happy and forward thinking whole school community.

The interview panel will comprise of Emma Hill Co-Headteacher and Amy Davies Deputy Headteacher

The application form can be found below. Please send completed applications to vacancy@ladybridge.stockport.sch.uk by the closing date below.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Stockport Council – Valuing Diversity

Closing Date: Friday 10^th May at 9am

Interview Date: Thursday 16^th May

Job Description and Person Specification.doc

MDA Job Description and Person Specification.doc

Application Form.doc