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Teaching Assistant (Lower School)

Teaching Assistant (Lower School)

Preston Manor School

Brent

  • Expired
Job type:
Part Time, Permanent
Apply by:
14 September 2017

Job overview

Preston Manor School

Carlton Avenue East, Wembley HA9 8NA

Head: Ms Beth Kobel

www.preston-manor.com

Making school memorable by striving for excellence

Preston Manor became an all-through school in September 2011, expanding to provide two forms of entry primary provision in a newly built Lower School. 

We are a happy, inclusive and over-subscribed school, serving a diverse and vibrant community. We are seeking to appoint an experienced Welfare Officer to join our team and contribute to our growth and development.

Teaching Assistant (Lower School)

Required for September 2017

32.5 hours per week, term time plus 5 INSET days

Scale 2, point 10 - 13 (£15,613-£16,491 pro rata) plus London Weighting (£1,851 pro rata)

We are looking for a teaching assistant who has NVQ 2 or equivalent childcare qualification, and who has the following: 

· experience of working with young children in the primary age range, and the enthusiasm and ability to motivate young children and build on their successes 

· excellent communication and organisational skills 

· a commitment to high expectations to meet the needs of all children 

· good knowledge and understanding of the primary curriculum and how young children learn, and the ability to contribute to planning. 

· experience of working collaboratively within a team of people to provide a stimulating learning environment 

· the ability to share expertise, knowledge and understanding of young children’s needs and achievements with parents and staff 

This post would be suitable for graduates who are considering a career in education.

We offer:

· delightful, enthusiastic children who enjoy learning and all aspects of school life

· an inclusive team of dedicated, friendly and supportive staff

· engaged and supportive parents and governors

· excellent support for CPD and career development

· a genuine commitment to staff well being

· the unique experience of working in an all-through school

If you feel you have the qualities we are seeking and would like more information about this vacancy or any other advertised, please email hradmin@preston-manor.com for an application pack, or download a pack from our website at www.prestonmanorlowerschool.co.uk.

Kevin Atkinson, Head of Lower School

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. If you would like to arrange a visit, please contact the Lower School office on 0208 385 4089.

Closing date: noon Monday 11th September 2017.

Interviews:  Wednesday 26th September 2017.

Applications are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity or disability. 

Preston Manor School is committed to the welfare and safety of its students and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo the necessary Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks. 

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About Preston Manor School

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+44 208 385 4040

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Preston Manor School is a mixed, non-denominational, all-through state school with academy status, based in Wembley, north-west London, for children aged 4-18. It is a member of the family of Co-operative Trust Schools. It is a large school with approximately 1,900 pupils. Situated within a multicultural community, the school offers additional support for pupils who speak English as an additional language. Diversity and tolerance is a key message in its ethos.

Celebrating its 75th year in 2013, Preston Manor School enjoys rich alumni involvement and has an active Old Manorians alumni association. The school has achieved a “good” rating from Ofsted.

Headteacher

Russell Denial

Head of Lower school: Kevin Atkinson

Values and vision

Preston Manor School’s motto is “Making school memorable by striving for excellence”. It believes in offering the same opportunities to all, promoting a feeling of belonging while celebrating the diversity of a multicultural community. As a Co-operative Trust School, it is run in accordance with the values of the co-operative movement: self-help, self-responsibility, democracy, equality, equity and solidarity.

Ofsted report

“Pupils are highly tolerant of each other. They understand and appreciate differences between people, including those from different faiths and cultures. The academy provides a room for spiritual and religious reflection at lunch. It is well used by pupils and staff.”

View Preston Manor’s latest Ofsted report

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