TEACHING ASSISTANT, UPPER KEY STAGE 2, ST MEWAN SCHOOL (REF:STM046)

25 hours a week-permanent role term time only -starting 1^st September 2021

Actual salary £9,606 (pay and grading review)

Cornwall Education Learning Trust (CELT) is seeking to appoint a caring, patient and skilled individual to work as part of our team. The position would entail working with pupils and teachers to support individuals, groups and classes of pupils their learning within the classroom, in small groups and 1:1 as directed by the class teacher and senior leadership team. This would involve supporting in the preparation of activities and materials for learning as well as working directly with children and providing feedback to colleagues, parents and outside agencies about children’s progress.

We are looking for an individual who can demonstrate:

relevant experience of working with primary school pupils, including those with additional needs
NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification or experience
Maths and English GCSEs or equivalent at grade C or above
the ability to work supportively with parents to meet the needs of pupils
excellent communication skills – both verbal and written
a competent working knowledge of safeguarding procedures and Keeping Children Safe in Education 2020
a creative positive and flexible approach to problem solving
a positive outlook
an ability to deliver structured learning programs as directed
experience of working in UKS2 and/or Year 6

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed – please contact the school office on 01726 74887 to arrange an appointment with a member of our team