Learning Support Assistant

Hours per week: 29.75, term time only

We have a vacancy for a Teaching Assistant to work as part of our wonderful support team in either one of our mainstream classrooms or within the Early Years Unit. Please state your preference when applying.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and hard working practitioner, who is a team player and passionate about learning. Applicants must have good literacy and numeracy skills, and the ability to develop positive relationships and learning attitudes with all children. Applicants will also need to be a good team player who is willing to go the extra mile for our children. Please refer to the job description and person specification to ensure that you meet the requirements.

We provide many opportunities for professional development for our staff and are looking for someone who is keen to develop their practice within an exciting and forward thinking environment.

As part of our rigorous and robust safeguarding procedures, we do point out that this school and the Local Authority are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Please note that qualifications and the identify of shortlisted candidates will be thoroughly checked at interview and, that for the appointed person, an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service certificate will be required prior to commencement of the post. To this end, please bring two identification documents such as a passport, driving licence or birth certificate to the interview, as well as any relevant certification.

Please view the attached documentation which includes the job description and person specification. Application documents are also available on our website: www.burraton.cornwall.sch.uk . Please send completed application forms to secretary@burraton.cornwall.sch.uk .

Closing Date: 9th March 2018

Interview Date: 21st March 2018

About Us:

We are a two form entry school on the Cornwall / Devon border. We offer a warm welcome from a supportive, hard working and passionate team, bubbly children and many opportunities for further professional development for the right person.