Job Description

TeacherActive are proud to be working with a Neath primary school who are looking to appoint an excellent grade 6 Higher Level Teaching Assistant to lead the Nursery setting on a full-time basis. The position will start after February Half Term until the end of the academic year. The school are looking for a passionate Early Years Professional who will be able to inspire their pupils, and lead by example in a safe and secure environment. ITH

The successful candidate will:

• Be able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Have excellent communication skills and be committed to building positive relationships with pupils, parents and staff.
• Have experience of working in Foundation Learning, supporting high quality teaching and learning.
• Understand the skills needed to support children with additional learning needs
• Enthuse, motivate and engage children in all areas of learning.
• Be willing to contribute to the broader life of the school community.
• Meet Higher Level Teaching Assistants standards or equivalent qualification or experience.

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience working with children of relevant age in a learning environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Meet Higher Level Teaching Assistants standards.
• Excellent numeracy/literacy skills - equivalent to NVQ Level 2 in English and Maths or equivalent.
• Training in relevant learning strategies e.g. literacy. Specialist skills/training in curriculum or learning area e.g. bi-lingual, sign language, ICT.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Can use ICT effectively to support learning.
• Full working knowledge of relevant policies/codes of practice/legislation.
• Working knowledge and experience of implementing national/foundation stage curriculum and other relevant learning programmes/strategies.
• Good understanding of child development and learning processes.
• Understanding of statutory frameworks relating to teaching.
• Constantly improve own practice/knowledge through self-evaluation and learning from others.
• Ability to relate well to children and adults.
• Work constructively and flexibly as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities and your own position within these.
• Ability to organise, lead and motivate a team (if applicable).
• Good communication skills.

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme Terms and Conditions apply
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme Receive up to £200 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard-earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.