The role

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Outstanding Christian Primary School as a Level 2 Teaching Assistant + SEN. The role is 27.5 hours per week term time only plus 5 training days.

We are a very successful, happy primary school built on Christian beliefs and values. Our last OFSTED inspection was in 2022, and we were delighted to be rated as Outstanding. We joined Liverpool Diocesan Schools Trust in February 2018.

LDST is a family of schools that welcomes young people of all faiths and none, working together to provide an excellent education built on distinctly Christian values.

We are looking to appoint a suitably qualified Level 2 Teaching Assistant. The role will involve supporting learning across the primary age ranges.

The successful candidates will be:

• Experienced in supporting children across primary age ranges.
• Aware of good practice in supporting children’s mental health and wellbeing.
• Able to deliver small group sessions to help deepen children’s understanding.
• Proactive in their approach to maintaining high standards.
• Able to maintain a positive outlook.
• Eager to develop their skills and abilities.
• Able to motivate and inspire all children.
• Sympathetic to the Christian ethos of our school.

We can offer you:

• Well behaved and motivated children.
• A happy, positive environment.
• A committed and caring staff team.
• A supportive Senior Leadership Team and Governing Body.
• A well-resourced learning and teaching environment.
• A commitment to your professional development.

How to apply

A candidate information pack and an application form can be downloaded from our website.

Key dates

The closing date for applications will be on Friday 04 October 2024 at 09:00. All applications should be either emailed or posted to the school for the attention of Mrs Rachel Clare, School Business Manager.

Visits to the school are available on Wednesday 02 October at 16:00. The Selection Day will take place week commencing Monday 06 October 2024.

Safeguarding

Liverpool Diocesan Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment to keeping children safe. Any offer of employment will be subject to statutory pre-employment checks including satisfactory references, online checks, Enhanced DBS, and Barred List checks. This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (as amended in 2013 & 2020) and shortlisted candidates will be required to disclose any relevant criminal history prior to interview.