Eccleston C.E. Aided Primary School
"Let your light shine" - Matthew 5:16
Key Stage One/Two Teaching Assistant – Grade 4 – 31.25 hours a week – 38 weeks a year
Required for 1st November 2024 or as soon as possible
Visits to School: by appointment
Closing Date: Wednesday 9th October at 12pm
Shortlisting: Wednesday 9th October
Interviews: Friday 11th October
Our very popular, voluntary aided school, is set in an attractive village on the outskirts of Chester and within the Eaton Estate. It has strong links with parents/carers, governors, the local church and community, which influence our pupils’ learning and development.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Teaching Assistant to join our dynamic team at Eccleston C of E Primary School. The Governors of this unique school wish to appoint an enthusiastic, motivated and committed Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a pupils in Years 2 and 3 with an EHC Plan. Experience of working with children with additional learning needs, including speech and language and ASD, would be an advantage. We are looking for a practitioner whose character and skills will fit into our experienced team and who also has a commitment to high standards. They will value children as individuals and have a proven track record of supporting learners. They will have high expectations of children’s achievements and behaviour. Experience of supporting children within KS1/KS2 would be beneficial.
The role will also include helping the class teacher in planning and delivering sessions as well as carrying out small group and one-to-one sessions with the aim of raising attainment, ensuring children achieve their potential and supporting social and emotional growth. There is a possibility of class cover as and when needed.
The post is dependent on available funding and therefore the contract is temporary, for one year in the first instance, and linked to the school’s needs for 1 to 1 support.
If shortlisted, the interview will consist of an activity with children; a formal interview and an exit task. Through the activity, candidates will have the opportunity to showcase their passion for education; deliver a short yet engaging session, which moves children on in their learning, and demonstrate high expectations. Through interview, candidates will demonstrate a commitment to supporting children and ability to work collaboratively with staff under the supervision of class teachers.
Visits to the school are welcomed and strongly encouraged prior to application. Please telephone 01244 506 560 or email admin@ecclestonprimary.cheshire.sch.uk to arrange a visit.
Eccleston Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and external agencies to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, identity, employment and qualifications checks. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.
How to apply
Applications can be made using the attached Diocesan application form which needs to be submitted to head@ecclestonprimary.cheshire.sch.uk
How to applyUse the attached application form.