Early Years Teaching Assistant

Rishworth School is a forward thinking and innovative UK day and boarding school that retains traditional values. We are an independent school with the freedom to offer an educational experience personalised to each child’s needs.

Set in the heart of West Yorkshire Rishworth School has occupied magnificent buildings in 140 acres of beautiful countryside for the last 300 years.

Following the retirement of one of our long serving and much loved Teaching Assistants, Heathfield is looking to appoint a motivated and dedicated individual to support teaching colleagues who create a positive and nurturing environment that encourages exploration, creativity and independence. We seek someone who loves being with young children, and can create caring relationships with them.

The successful candidate will assist in the learning and development of pupils under the direction and guidance of the class teacher.

Predominantly to work in Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1, although could also involve working across all key stages.

Experience of working within a nursery or school desirable, although full training will be given.

Level 2 or 3 recognised Early Years qualification desirable but not essential.

An ability to work as part of a team, as well as on your own initiative essential - as is a sense of humour!

Must be adaptable and flexible in approach.

You will be working with our wonderful children in small groups, supporting with their daily reading, and working alongside our inspirational class teachers.

This role is on a fixed term contract, term-time only, initially from January until the end of August 2022. However, there is the prospect that this role will then be made permanent. 

The hours of work will be 43.75 per week (8.00am to 4:45pm) with the facility to work flexibly until 5.45pm across 2 or 3 days per week to cover after school care for children aged 3 to 7 years old.

The closing date for applications is 8.30am on Friday 3rd December, the application form (Business Support) can be located on the Rishworth School website or by contacting Liz Newman.

www.rishworth-school.co.uk

Email: lnewman@rishworth-school.co.uk

Rishworth is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS.

Charity no. 1115562