Job Introduction
We have a vacancy for a permanent Teaching Assistant (25 hours term time only) to work with a range of children across all year groups, including those with Special Educational Needs.
The role could include working as an Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) for the right candidate.
Thomas Reade school follows its safer recruitment policy. All appointments are subject to safeguarding checks and safeguarding questions will be asked at interview.*
We are looking for someone to join our fantastic team who:
- is enthusiastic and highly motivated
- can engage children’s learning in an exciting and creative way
- can establish productive working relationships with pupils setting high expectations
- can promote independence and employ strategies to recognise and reward positive behaviour
We can offer:
- keen, enthusiastic children with a passion for learning
- fantastic support from parents, staff and governors
- the opportunity to be part of a friendly, welcoming and valued team of highly motivated staff and a school with a real family feel
- training opportunities to support career development: several of our staff have moved from teaching assistant to HLTA to teacher to middle leader while working at our school. We support all staff who wish to improve their skills
- opportunities to share and use your unique skills and interests within the school
- a commitment to excellence and enjoyment
- a wellbeing support package through Schools Advisory Service including mindfulness and counselling and access to physiotherapy and GP services
- a full induction to the school which will include safeguarding training
To find out more about our school please visit our website. If you would like to find out more about the post, or to arrange a visit, please email office.2587@thomas-reade.oxon.sch.uk or call 01235 554795.
*Data collected during the interview process, from lesson observations and meetings will be retained for date of appointment of successful candidate plus six months, then destroyed.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
