Teaching Assistant Level 3 - Ladysmith Junior School

Teaching Assistant Level 3 - Ladysmith Junior School, Exeter
 
Location Ladysmith Junior School
Hours 30.5hrs per week, Monday to Friday, 38 weeks of the year.
Grade SC3 SCP6-9 - Starting salary £17.477 (FTE £25.183)
Contract Term Permanent 
Benefits 
  • Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Cycle to work Scheme
  • Tax Free Childcare
  • Employee Assistance Programme
Closing Date  09:00am on Monday 27th January 2025
Interview Date Wednesday 29th January 2025
Start Date As soon as possible.
 
As a Teaching Assistant for Ladysmith Junior School in Exeter, you will work under the guidance of teaching staff with an agreed system of supervision, to implement work/care/support programmes in or out of the classroom to enable access to learning for pupils and assist the teachers in the management of pupils.
 
Ladysmith Junior School is part of the St Christopher’s Trust - a family of 21 Church and Community Schools spanning three local authorities and providing a rich network of collaboration. Children are encouraged and given opportunities to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally. The staff at Ladysmith Junior School go above and beyond for the children and families and strive to attain the very highest standards in their academic learning, whilst encouraging their pupils to become aspirational, responsible and creative citizens. 
 
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate a calm and patient demeanour, who is committed to helping young people achieve their full potential. You will have had previous experience in working with children in a similar setting and be able to effectively communicate with adults and children alike. 
 
 
 

Please note it is our process to apply for references for shortlisted applicants and to complete online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, for all shortlisted applicants. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post.

Please visit the below website for our Trust policies and our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy:

 

https://www.stchristophersmat.org/key-information/item/10/trust-policies

 

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants who meet the criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.