The Governors of Oakwood Avenue Primary School in Warrington are looking to appoint a Level 3 Teaching Assistant to work in Key Stage 2 at our popular, happy and inclusive school. 

Governors seek an individual who:

• Is willing to go the extra mile for the children of Oakwood Avenue
• Possesses a TA level 3 qualification
• Has an outstanding record of working well within a team demonstrating a positive attitude, enthusiasm and a sense of humour.
• Has good organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Has a good understanding of the KS2 curriculum.
• Has excellent communication skills.
• Has the ability to build rapport with young children 
• Is passionate about improving teaching and learning while promoting the inclusion and well-being of all children.

In return we can offer:

• An enthusiastic welcoming and supportive team of staff and governors.
• An excellent, friendly work environment.
• Friendly and enthusiastic children.
• A wealth of opportunities for professional development throughout both Oakwood Avenue CPS and The One Community Trust.
• A highly committed, enthusiastic staff who love to laugh.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicants will be required to apply for an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. Further details can be found at www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service. This position is subject to a disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Further details including person specification, job description and application form are available from the school website or by request to jparry@onecommunitytrust.co.uk FAO Jenny Parry. Completed application forms can be handed in or emailed to school. 

An informal visit to the school can be made on Monday 4 November and Tuesday 5 November at 3.30pm for a walkaround. Please email jparry@onecommunitytrust.co.uk if you wish to book a place.

Oakwood Avenue Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The appointments are subject to enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service.

This post is not available for job share.

Key dates

Closing date: Friday 8 November 2024 at 5pm

Shortlisting: Monday 11 November 202

Interview: Thursday 14 November 2024

Start date: 6 January 2025, subject to enhanced DBS clearance & safer recruitment checks.

Key Info

Hours per week: Between 28 hours per week over 5 days as follows: Monday to Thursday 8.15-16.15 & Friday 8.15-15.15

Term time only plus INSET days.