Language Teaching Assistant

32.5 hours per week, 40 weeks per year (term time + 10 days)

The Great Oaks Federation is seeking to appoint two talented individuals to work within St Thomas’ CE Primary school to support children with their emerging language needs. The federation is developing this area to support the increasing number of EAL children, joining our family of schools. The role will primarily be to teach English to small groups of children; supporting teachers by pre-teaching vocabulary, supporting children in class, engaging with parents, as well as contributing to the wider life of the community.

Applicants will hold a qualification in TEFL (or be prepared to work towards this qualification*), with a B or above in English and Maths at GCSE. 

In addition to this, suitable candidates will have: 

• a high level of English grammar  
• a strong commitment to the wellbeing and pastoral care of children  
• a strong commitment to student progress  
• excellent inter-personal skills  
• the ability to provide an excellent role model for our children and parents

Candidates working towards the TEFL qualification will be appointed to the G4.9 – 12 pay scale pending qualification.

Prospective candidates are encouraged to visit the school by appointment.

These are re-advertised posts - previous applicants need not apply.

Closing Date : Wednesday 4th January 2017

Interviews: Monday 16th January 2017

Further details are available from our School Administrator, Mrs J Hawkesworth, who can be contacted on 01205 362860. Details can also be obtained by emailing enquiries@st-thomas.lincs.sch.uk . Details of this post and application forms are also available via our website

www.stthomasprimary.org.uk 

The school has a clear commitment to Child Protection and Safeguarding Children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check as well as other routine recruitment checks.