Current Vacancies

Vacancy - KS1 Teaching Assistant – Part-time (temporary) From September 2025

The person appointed will be based in Year R.  This position is for 10 hours per week, working from 1pm to 3pm, Monday to Friday term time only. There may an opportunity to work from 12 as a lunchtime supervisor.

In addition to general classroom support, the successful candidate will be expected to work specifically with a child who has a medical ECHP. They will be required to undertake specialised training in order to administer a feeding tube. They will also be required to undertake training to prepare fluids for the child.

The post will be paid at an hourly rate of £12.60.  The duties will be in accordance with the job description which is attached.

If you feel that this opportunity would provide you with the challenge you are seeking and that you may be the right person for us, please ask in the office for an application form.

Apart from the factual information, we would like to know:

-        Your views on teaching and learning in EYFS

-        How and why your experiences, skills and abilities equip you for this role.

Please refer to the person specification when completing your application and add any other relevant information.

Completed applications should be returned to the school office by Wednesday 18^th June

Shortlisted candidates are likely to be invited for interview during the week beginning 30^th June.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job title:                                 Teaching Assistant (Band 1)

Grade:                                    1

Responsible to:                     Teaching staff

Main purpose of the job       To assist in the support of 1 child with Medical Needs.

             To assist in the teaching and learning within KS1.

Duties and responsibilities:

Supporting the pupil

1. To develop a knowledge and understanding of the specific needs (including medical needs) of the child to be supported.
2. To establish a supportive relationship with the child concerned.
3. To provide daily personal care which will include assistance with tube feeding / drinking, water flushing, preparation of food and some toileting.
4. To accompany the child at playtimes and lunchtimes to monitor physical wellbeing.
5. To aid the child to learn as effectively as possible.

Supporting the Teacher

1. To assist, with the class teacher (and other professionals as appropriate), in the    development of suitable support.
2. To contribute to the maintenance of the child’s progress and other records.
3. To provide regular feedback about the child to the teacher.
4. To support small groups of children in their learning as directed by the class teacher.

Supporting the school

1. Where appropriate, to develop a relationship to foster links between home and   school.
2. To liaise, advise and consult with other members of the team supporting the child, when asked to do so.
3. To attend relevant training.
4. To be aware of school procedures.
5. To be aware of confidential issues and to keep confidences appropriately.
6. Any other tasks as directed by the Headteacher, which fall within the parameters of the post.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Job Title:          Teaching Assistant (Band 1)

Department:     School based

Person specification adapted by:        CC Menheniot Primary School

Date:    July 2024

Vacancy – 1:1 KS1 Teaching Assistant – Part-time (temporary) From September 2025

The person appointed will be based in Year R.  This position is 11.25 hours per week, working from 09:30am to 11:45am, Monday to Friday term time only. There may be an opportunity to work as a lunchtime supervisor until 1pm.

In addition to general classroom support, the successful candidate will be expected to work specifically with a child who has an ECHP.

The post will be paid at an hourly rate of £12.60.  The duties will be in accordance with the job description which is attached.

If you feel that this opportunity would provide you with the challenge you are seeking and that you may be the right person for us, please ask in the office for an application form.

Apart from the factual information, we would like to know:

-        Your views on teaching and learning in EYFS

-        How and why your experiences, skills and abilities equip you for the role of Teaching Assistant at Menheniot Primary School.

Please refer to the person specification when completing your application and add any other relevant information.

Completed applications should be returned to the school office by Wednesday 18^th June.

Shortlisted candidates are likely to be invited for interview during the week beginning 30^th June.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job title:                                                         Teaching Assistant (Band 1)

Grade:                                                            1

Responsible to:                                             Teaching staff/SENCO

Main purpose of the job                               To work 1:1 with a child with an ECHP.

To take a pro-active role in the support of the educational, social and physical needs of the pupils and to support the curriculum and the school through the provision of assistance to the teacher in the practical organisation of class activities and small group work.

Duties and responsibilities:

1. To assist a child individually or in small groups in developing knowledge, skills and attitudes as defined by the Curriculum.  To take into account the learning support involved to aid the child to learn as effectively as possible.
2. To establish supportive relationships with the pupil concerned and to encourage acceptance and inclusion of all pupils.
3. To encourage social integration and individual development of pupils.  To develop methods of promoting and reinforcing pupils’ self-esteem.
4. To assist in preparing, using and maintaining relevant teaching resources, including wall displays and cleaning up classrooms after activities.  To ensure that basic classroom materials are available for use.
5. To assist with lunch and break time supervision of children on a rota basis in accordance with the School’s Policy for Playground Supervision.
6. To accompany children on educational visits and outings as supervised by the Teacher.
7. To assist with the assessment, monitoring and recording of children’s progress, health, behaviour and general wellbeing.  To feedback any information (including concerns) regarding the well-being and educational needs of children to the Teacher or Headteacher as appropriate.
8. To be aware of confidential issues linked to home/pupil/teacher/school work and to ensure the confidentiality of such sensitive information
9. To administer minor first aid (as trained), assist in the dispensing of medically prescribed controlled drugs (as per the approved procedure) and to assist with the personal hygiene and physical needs of children with regard to health and safety as required.
10. To carry out administrative tasks associated with all of the above duties as directed by the teacher.
11. To remain aware and work within all relevant school working practices, polices and procedures.
12. To attend staff meetings and school-based INSET as required.  To meet with the SENCO and/or other appropriate staff.
13. The post holder is responsible for his/her own self-development on a continuous basis.
14. To be aware of and work in accordance with the school’s child protection policies and procedures, and to raise any concerns relating to such procedures which may noted during the course of duty.
15. To be aware of and adhere to applicable rules, regulations, legislation and procedures including the Schools Equal Opportunities Policy and Code of Conduct, national legislation (including Health and Safety, Data Protection).
16. To undertake other duties appropriate to the grading of the post as required.
17. To maintain confidentiality of information acquired in the course of undertaking duties for the department.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Job Title:          Teaching Assistant (Band 1

Vacancy – KS1 Teaching Assistant – Part-time (temporary) From September 2025

The person appointed will be based in a year 1/2 class.  This position is 17.5 hours per week, working from 8:30am to 12:00, Monday to Friday term time only. There may be an opportunity to work as a lunchtime supervisor until 1pm.

Candidates will provide general classroom support as per the job description (attached).

The post will be paid at an hourly rate of £12.60.

If you feel that this opportunity would provide you with the challenge you are seeking and that you may be the right person for us, please ask in the office for an application form.

Apart from the factual information, we would like to know:

-     Your views on teaching and learning in KS1

-     How and why your experiences, skills and abilities equip you for the role of Teaching Assistant at Menheniot Primary School.

Please refer to the person specification when completing your application and add any other relevant information.

Completed applications should be returned to the school office by Wednesday 18th June.

Shortlisted candidates are likely to be invited for interview during the week beginning 30^th June.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job title:                                                         Teaching Assistant (Band 1)

Grade:                                                            1

Responsible to:                                             Teaching staff/SENCO

Main purpose of the job

To take a pro-active role in the support of the educational, social and physical needs of the pupils. To support the curriculum and the school through the provision of assistance to the teacher in the practical organisation of class activities and small group work.

Duties and responsibilities:

1. To assist individuals and groups of children in developing knowledge, skills and attitudes as defined by the Curriculum.  To take into account the learning support involved to aid the children to learn as effectively as possible.
2. To establish supportive relationships with the pupil/s concerned and to encourage acceptance and inclusion of all pupils.
3. To encourage social integration and individual development of pupils.  To develop methods of promoting and reinforcing pupils’ self-esteem.
4. To assist in preparing, using and maintaining relevant teaching resources, including wall displays and cleaning up classrooms after activities.  To ensure that basic classroom materials are available for use.
5. To assist with lunch and break time supervision of children on a rota basis in accordance with the School’s Policy for Playground Supervision.
6. To accompany children on educational visits and outings as supervised by the Teacher.
7. To assist with the assessment, monitoring and recording of children’s progress, health, behaviour and general wellbeing.  To feedback any information (including concerns) regarding the well-being and educational needs of children to the Teacher or Headteacher as appropriate.
8. To be aware of confidential issues linked to home/pupil/teacher/school work and to ensure the confidentiality of such sensitive information.
9. To supervise an individual or small group of children within a class under the overall control of the teacher.
10. To administer minor first aid (as trained), assist in the dispensing of medically prescribed controlled drugs (as per the approved procedure) and to assist with the personal hygiene and physical needs of children with regard to health and safety as required.
11. To carry out administrative tasks associated with all of the above duties as directed by the teacher.
12. To remain aware and work within all relevant school working practices, polices and procedures.
13. To attend staff meetings and school-based INSET as required.  To meet with the SENCO and/or other appropriate staff.
14. The post holder is responsible for his/her own self-development on a continuous basis.
15. To be aware of and work in accordance with the school’s child protection policies and procedures, and to raise any concerns relating to such procedures which may noted during the course of duty.
16. To be aware of and adhere to applicable rules, regulations, legislation and procedures including the Schools Equal Opportunities Policy and Code of Conduct, national legislation (including Health and Safety, Data Protection).
17. To undertake other duties appropriate to the grading of the post as required.
18. To maintain confidentiality of information acquired in the course of undertaking duties for the department.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Job Title:          Teaching Assistant (Band 1)