Current Job Vacancies

Grappenhall Heys is an outstanding and popular Community Primary School, situated in South Warrington. We have wonderful well-motivated pupils, an enthusiastic and committed staff and Governing Body, inspirational senior leaders, supportive parents and strong links with the community.

The school is seeking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic teaching assistant who is able to support teaching and learning throughout school and is willing to take part in the life of the school. The role will involve working one-to-one, supporting a child in a classroom setting, as well as supporting teaching and learning in the classroom.

Hours / Working Pattern

1:1 Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant Level 2

Hours: 8:45 - 15:15

Salary: Grade 4 SCP 6 - 7 pro rata

Required for as soon as possible, fixed post for two terms with the possibility of extending

 

What We Will Offer

We can offer you:

  • well behaved and friendly children
  • highly committed, enthusiastic, caring and professional staff
  • friendly, positive and supportive relationships within the school

 

W​hat We Are Looking For

Applications are invited from enthusiastic teaching assistants who:

  • can work alongside teachers and other support staff to support and develop the literacy and numeracy skills of pupils
  • have an ability to build positive relationships and communicate effectively with the pupils, parents and staff
  • have experience of working with children with specific needs
  • are able to work as part of a team
  • demonstrate strong behaviour management skills in line with school policy
  • conform to school policies and procedures – safeguarding, welfare, health and safety and data protection
  • undergo any training required in order to perform relevant duties efficiently
  • support the teaching of a curriculum that allows pupils to achieve and make progress
  • be a patient and understanding champion of vulnerable pupils

The post also includes pastoral care duties including lunchtime pupil support.

Application Process

Applicants should complete an application form. Completed application forms should be emailed for the attention of Ms K Jackson to: grappenhallheys_primary@sch.warrington.gov.uk

In the interests of economy, the receipt of an application will not be acknowledged. If you have not been contacted within four weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

 

Shortlisting and Interview Details

Application deadline: Midday Monday 22nd April 2024

Interviews: Friday 26th April 2024

 

K​ey Documents

J​ob description

P​erson specification​

A​pplication form

E​qual opportunities form

C​riminal record declaration form

 

Safeguarding Information

Our school is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of our children and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Online checks of shortlisted candidates may be obtained which forms part of our Safer Recruitment procedures and KCSIE Guidance.

 

 











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