We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to work for 2 days a week supporting a child in year 1 with September start.

Contract Type:

2 days per week (Thursday/Friday). Temporary - Length of contract dependent on continued allocation of EHCP funding (please ignore any reference to duration in remainder of advert). Grade 4 SCP 5 – £23,500 (pro rata)

 Job Details:

To support the child with their individual needs, helping them to achieve the targets outlined in their EHCP. The role would suit someone who has experience supporting pupils with special educational needs and the candidate MUST be willing to provide personal care when required.

We are seeking a Teaching Assistant with:

A good knowledge of SEND An awareness of communication and language needs in children Excellent behaviour management skills and good organisation A sense of authority, but with a calm, positive and patient manner An understanding of emotional development and its impact on learning

We can offer you:

Dedicated staff committed to achieving high standards A supportive, warm and welcoming ethos An experienced and supportive leadership team Governors who are committed to the well-being of all staff

This job description will set out the duties of the post at the time it was drawn up.  The post holder may be required from time to time to undertake other duties within the school as may be reasonable expected, without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed.  This is a common occurrence and would not justify a reconsideration of the grading of the post.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and safer recruitment practice.

Applications forms are available from the school office sbm@bollinbrook.cheshire.sch.uk (as well as attached to this advertisement)

Candidates are also requested to submit a letter of application that clearly demonstrates their suitability for this post

Applications are to be returned to the Headteacher, Miss Lynne Le Marinel, head@bollinbrook.cheshire.sch.uk to arrive before 9am Monday 8th July. Shortlisting will take place on the same day.

Interviews will take place on Tuesday 9th July - please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

How to apply

Please do not complete any Cheshire East application form - all applications must be made on the Diocese application form and fully completed forms returned to head@bollinbrook.cheshire.sch.uk