Teaching Assistant
The Abbey School Reading
Reading
- Expired
- Salary:
- Dependent on skills and experience
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2017
- Apply by:
- 11 May 2017
Job overview
Salary: A competitive salary is on offer dependent on skills, experience and qualifications
Contract Type: Term Time Only
Contract Term: Permanent
We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced and qualified Teaching Assistant who would fully commit to the life and work of the Abbey School
This post is likely to suit an individual with previous experience in a school environment, as either a Teaching Assistant, a Higher Level Teaching Assistant or Teacher wishing to work as a TA, who is comfortable working in Key Stage 2. Secure knowledge and strong skills in Maths and English are essential.
This document does not form part of an employee’s Terms and Conditions of Employment and it may be amended from time to time.
Teaching Assistants answer to the Head of The Abbey School through the Head of The Abbey Junior School and take detailed direction from the Assistant Heads.
The Teaching Assistant will be expected:
· to support the activities of all curriculum areas in the classroom.
· to work with individuals and groups to support their learning in Maths and English.
· to provide for the general welfare and pastoral care of children.
· to be self-motivated and to liaise with members of staff throughout the school, working effectively as a member of the team.
· to prepare and clear away materials and assist with displays and general classroom organisation.
· to attend educational visits supporting the girls’ learning and will have the opportunity to attend residential visits.
To find out more about our lively and well resourced school and for a full job description and an application form, please visit our website. www.theabbey.co.uk
Closing date for applications: Friday 12th May
Interviews to be held: w/c 15th May (or sooner by arrangement)
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. The school is an equal opportunities employer.
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About The Abbey School Reading
The Abbey School is a dynamic and vibrant community of more than 1,000 girls aged 3-18.
The Abbey is always in the top division nationally in academic terms. This year's A-levels were excellent with 75% at A*- B and at GCSE 88% gained 9-7 grades. Annually the average International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma result is between 38 - 40 points, with more than two thirds of the cohort scoring 38 points or higher, at a level equivalent to or exceeding the Oxford and Cambridge conditional offer range. In the School's 12 year IB history several students have gained the full 45 points possible. Leavers go on to an impressive list of universities and courses.
The school places great emphasis on providing a breadth of sporting and cultural challenges and opportunities for each student. Students are presented with the chance for exploration both within the curriculum and in Music, Drama, Sport, DofE and the wide variety of clubs and trips. The Jane Austen Wing at the Senior School has modern classrooms for Humanities as well as bright Art studios and enhanced ICT facilities. The IB has widened the options for Sixth Formers who can also choose their desired A-level combination from a wide range of subjects.
The Abbey Junior School (ages 3 - 11) offers a broad curriculum and the atmosphere is friendly, lively, purposeful and fun.
There is an extensive Abbey School coach & bus network and the School is within easy walking distance from Reading Station. There is a range of scholarships and financial assistance is offered to able students through means-tested bursaries which may cover up to 100% of fees for exceptional candidates.
The Abbey represents a unique and exciting opportunity for any girl with a desire to learn, where inspirational teaching and an ethos that promotes aspiration and balance provide the platform for a successful and fulfilling future.
Headteacher
Will le Fleming
ISI report
“The qualities of pupils’ personal development is excellent. Pupils grow into self-confident and independent young people, supported by Christian values and an understanding of life in a multi-cultural environment.”
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