The Headteacher and Governors at Darnhall Primary School are seeking to appoint a welfare assistant to support children in our special needs class.  

Our wonderful school has grown rapidly over the last few years – doubling in size to over 400 gorgeous children! The school is a happy, vibrant and caring environment with a warm and welcoming feel. The successful candidate will be a friendly and dedicated practitioner who has a real passion for developing young minds. They will enjoy contributing to an excellent working environment for pupils, staff, parents/carers and the wider school community and will have a commitment to the well-being, safeguarding and development of the child in their care.

The role consists of but is not limited to; working as a key person, carrying out observations and assessments, work in partnership with parents/carers, offer an appropriate level of support and stimulating play experiences, ensure that children are kept safe and that you understand when to follow child protection procedures, to actively participate at team meetings, to attend training courses as required and to take responsibility for your development, to be aware of and adhere to all the setting’s operational policies and procedures.

The successful candidate will have basic maths and literacy skills. They should have a thorough knowledge of all aspects of the early years’ and KS1 curriculum.

We offer a dedicated and enthusiastic team of staff and Governors and active, supportive parents in a caring and happy environment where all are valued and achievement is celebrated. The children are delightful and want practitioners who are fun and energetic.  We have strong links with the local community and schools, and a commitment to professional development.

Our school offers a team of supportive colleagues who work collaboratively with one another with the best interests of the children always at heart. We care not only for the children but also for our whole staff team. We support one another professionally – with lots of opportunities for staff development as well as promoting well-being for all.

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged.

Dates for visits are: Tuesday 8th October 2024 at 1.30pm or Thursday 10th October at 9.30am.  Other dates and times may be available on request.

Please email contact@darnhall.cheshire.sch.uk to book a visit.

Application forms can be obtained online via the JobsGoPublic website. 

The school is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children. The successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure and provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK alongside proof of qualifications. References will be sought.

Thank you for your interest in our job vacancy. Please complete the application as fully as possible and explain any gaps in your employment history. We would like to understand more about how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the job description and person specification for the role.