Science Intervention Teaching Assistant

Science Intervention Teaching Assistant

Grade 4 (£20,092 - £22,183 (actual £17,185 - £18,794 under 5 years’ service)

37 hours per week/39 weeks per year

Are you a graduate and thinking about a career in teaching? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a curriculum intervention assistant at Newfield School.

 In order to best support and advance the learning of all students we are looking for a high calibre candidate with the ability to support in science.  The successful candidate will be working with students of all ages (11-16) so needs to be able to tailor their teaching style and delivery to meet the needs of these different age groups.  

 The posts will include not only in class support within maths or science but also responsibility for the delivery of small intervention lessons.  The successful candidate will be responsible for working with the rest of the relevant department to ensure rapid and sustained progress of the students they work with.  

 You will be passionate about science, developing young learners and committed to your future career, probably as a secondary school teacher.  These roles would be perfect for candidates that would like to gain as much experience as possible in a school prior to starting.

 This is a challenging position that requires a very disciplined and organised person.  Each day will bring new challenges and hurdles but should provide immense satisfaction as the knowledge and ability of the students being supported improves.

 You must have experience of working with children in education and be willing to support with their communication, learning and development skills.  Applicants should be resilient, fast thinking and able to work independently. Most importantly, applicant will be passionate in supporting young people to achieve and thrive.

 This is a challenging position that requires a very disciplined and organised applicant.  Each day will bring new challenges and hurdles but should provide immense satisfaction. 

 The working hours for this post are 8am to 4pm Monday to Thursday and 8am to 3.30pm Friday.

To apply please submit a Trust application form to recruitment@merciatrust.co.uk Please note we do NOT accept CV’s or Council application forms.

Closing date for applications is Sunday 31 October 2021

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring check in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 and the Police Act Regulations.