Teaching Assistant Level 2 - Clytha Primary School

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Teaching Assistant Level 2 - Clytha Primary School
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Post No. EDSCH00173.8 - Teaching Assistant Level 2 - Clytha Primary School

The Headteacher and Governing Body at Clytha Primary School are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant Level 2 (Grade 3) to join our happy school. This will be a permanent post and will commence on Monday 6th January, 2025 or as soon as possible. Applications are welcome from Teaching Assistants who are committed to children’s wellbeing and learning, the pursuit of high standards and a willingness to contribute to our curriculum development and the wider life of our school.

Clytha Primary is a successful learning community, focused on igniting a love of learning in all. All members of our school family work together to ensure wellbeing is at the heart of all we do. We are committed to ensuring an engaging and inclusive learning environment where we support each other to develop, thrive and where difference, honesty, kindness and respect are celebrated. This is a unique opportunity to join a well-established yet forward-thinking school, where excellence is standard and learning is a joy.

We are looking for somebody who:

• Is enthusiastic, flexible,motivated, caring and able to nurture our children to achieve their potential
• Is a committed team player and role model
• Is able to demonstrate and promote excellence, equality and high expectations of achievement and behaviour
• Is committed to their own professional learning and development
• Is able to build a relationship of mutual respect with the pupils, parents, staff, the Governing Body and our Clytha Family
• Is able to bring passion, energy, enthusiasm and be driven to fulfil the role to the best of their ability
• Holds the relevant TA L2 qualification or is working towards this

The appointment process will involve an interview with the Headteacher, Deputy Head teacher and a member of the Governing Body.

The Governing Body and Local Authority are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS). This post requires you to be registered with the EWC.

The post is offered on a part time basis of 32.5 hours per week, over 39 weeks per year (term time only). Hours of work will be Monday to Friday 8.45am – 3:45pm, with 30 minutes for lunch. Holidays must be taken during school holiday periods. There is also an expectation that you would be involved in an After School Club and attend Professional Learning Meetings, INSET days and be part of all aspects of school life.

Closing Date for Applications: 25TH November at midnight

Shortlisting: 26th November

Interviews Scheduled for: 2nd and 3rd December

THIS POST REQUIRES YOU TO BE REGISTERED WITH THE EWC

We welcome applications for all our jobs in either Welsh or English. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population that we serve and particularly welcomes applications from people from minority ethnic communities represented (or living) in the city. Selection will be made on ability and skills to undertake the role.

Newport City Council is not currently supporting applicants with sponsorship for right to work. In applying for a vacancy, applicants should already have the right to work in the UK.

Our values – Fairness for all, Making a difference, Being responsible, Working together
Ein gwerthoedd – Tegwch ar gyfer pawb, Gwneud Gwahaniaeth, Bod yn gufrifol, Gweithio gydan gilydd