Teaching Assistant

Vacancy ID: SCH00831

Hours per week: 32.5, Term time, permanent 

Ramridge Primary School is a Values based school which has a positive and welcoming environment and was rated Good by Ofsted in its last inspection (March 2017).  We are situated in the east of Luton close to a range of good transport links.

L2 or L3 depending on qualifications and experience  

We are looking to recruit Teaching Assistants to start as soon as possible. 

The hours will be 8.45am – 3.45pm Mon – Fri, supporting the class teacher and working with a wide range of pupils across the curriculum within the classroom in our Early Years Classes, KS1 or KS2. One of the posts includes working with a pupil with additional needs.  

This role is open to graduates who are considering a future career in teaching.

We are looking for someone who:  

• has an NVQ3 or equivalent  
• has good literacy and numeracy skills  
• is patient and caring  
• has high expectations  
• works well in a team  
• is enthusiastic, flexible and hard-working  
• is pro-active and able to work on their own initiative  
• is open to new challenges

You might just be the person we need at Ramridge Primary School.  

This role will include lunch time duties or activities and there might also be the possibility of additional hours to assist with after school clubs. You will also be required to attend occasional training days.  

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 9th October 2018. Interviews:- W/c 15th October 2018  

To apply for these roles, please visit www.luton.gov.uk/jobs  job reference SCH00831 

Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged.  Please contact the school on 01582 729970 to arrange your visit.  Please visit our website for further information about our school – www.ramridge.co.uk 

Applicants for this public-facing post will need to demonstrate the ability to converse, and provide effective help or advice, in fluently spoken English.  

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.  Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).  

Luton Borough Council is also committed to following a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, religion, race, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, culture or disability.  

CVs will not be accepted for any posts based in schools.