Teaching Assistant

Hours/Weeks: 27.92 hours per week, 39 weeks per year 

Job Type: Temporary (Until 31st August 2023)

Mount Wise Primary School have an exciting opportunity for a hardworking, dedicated and creative Teaching Assistant, to join our outstanding team and make a difference in children’s lives. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, a good team player and committed to supporting the learning of pupils. Applicants who have an interest in or experience in SEND are encouraged to apply.

We are looking for candidates who:

• Experience of working within a primary school with a working knowledge of EYFS
• Experience in supporting pupils with high level SEND needs
• Can build relationships with and nurture pupils to enable positive educational outcomes.
• Good subject knowledge, particularly in English and Maths
• Excellent communication skills
• Working knowledge of supporting pupils with additional needs

How to apply

If you believe you can demonstrate the dedication, skills and passion required, we look forward to receiving your application.  Please go to our websitewww.learningat.uk/join-us/vacancies/  to download an application form. Once complete, please upload your application using the form at the bottom of this page. Alternatively, you can email your completed application to hr@learningat.uk  If you would like to request a paper copy, please email hr@learningat.uk.  Please note – we do not accept CVs.

To request a tour of the school, or discuss the role in anyway please contact the Head of School: 01752 567602 or email hr@learningat.uk 

Closing Date: 9.00am Sunday 29th May 2022

Interviews: W/C 6th June 2022

With eight individual primary schools, the Learning Academies Trust is the largest primary school trust in Plymouth and the first education employer in Plymouth to achieve the Livewell Southwest Wellbeing at Work Bronze Award. The Trust is committed to supporting the wellbeing of all staff and is proud to work closely with official bodies to ensure we have a holistic approach to staff wellbeing.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment.  This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre-employment checks will be carried out; references will be sought for all shortlisted candidates and all shortlisted candidates will be requested to complete a questionnaire about any convictions or adult cautions that are unspent.  Guidance will be given to those shortlisted. Appointment is subject to an Enhanced DBS.