Salary SCP 7 £22,369 [FTE]

The governors at Acresfield Academy are looking to appoint an exceptional teaching assistant to join our school. This is a really exciting opportunity to join a dedicated, forward thinking team.                                                                                                                                                                                            The post is for 32.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday during term time.

We are looking to appoint a member of staff to work with children in our early years. You will need to show an understanding of what helps children to thrive both academically and personally. You will need to show you are confident at working with our youngest children, to support their early development and acquisition of key knowledge and skills across the curriculum.  We are looking for someone who can demonstrate they can encourage children to develop in a nurturing and calm environment.

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate they are a flexible, team player with excellent communication skills.  You will be joining a hard working and highly successful staff team, who will provide you with appropriate support and challenge to enable you to develop yourself professionally. This is a great opportunity to join a successful school and provide our children with an excellent education.

The closing date for applications is Friday December 8th.

Interviews will take place: w/b December 11^th

Start Date: January 2024

The job description, person specification and application form are accessible on-line. Please ensure you complete an application outlining how you meet the criteria for the post.

The school places the highest regard on the safeguarding of all pupils. As such, the post is subject to reference and the successful candidate completing an enhanced DBS check.