Meadowbank Primary School
Formby Avenue
Atherton
Manchester
M46 0HX
Grade 3 - £8,027 - £8,826 per annum. £8.09 - £8.89 per hour
23 hours and 15 minutes per week, term time working 38 weeks per year
Temporary to 31 August 2018
Required ASAP
Meadowbank Primary school is a popular thriving Community School, which enjoys excellent partnerships with parents and the local community.
The Governors wish to appoint an experienced Level 2 Teaching Assistant to provide support to a child with Special Education Needs within our Early Years setting.
Working hours:
- Monday - 12:15pm – 3:15pm
- Tuesday - 12:15pm – 6:00pm
- Wednesday - 12:15pm – 3:15pm
- Thursday - 12:15pm – 6:00pm
- Friday - 12:15pm – 6:00pm
You will need to have a clear understanding of the Early Years framework. We are looking for a person who works well in a team, has a nurturing approach but can also work independently using their initiative. Experience of working in Early Years is essential.
The successful candidate will:
- Have a clear understanding of the Early Years framework
- Be able to work independently and as part of a team
- Work independently using initiative
- Have experience of working in Early Years
- Support children with additional needs
- Have high expectations of children’s achievement and behaviour
- Be committed to sharing best practice
- Be flexible in their approach, open to new ideas, a team player
- Be someone who has an approachable manner, both personally and professionally, and a good sense of humour
- Have excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to establish positive working relationships with colleagues and pupils
- Take an active part in all aspects of school life – willing to go the extra mile
- Place safeguarding at the heart of their teachings
In return we will offer:
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A good school with the capacity to be outstanding
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A place where you can thrive and grow
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A dedicated, hardworking and talented staff team
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Well behaved, motivated and happy learners
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Committed and supportive Governors
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A genuine opportunity to make a difference
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A commitment to support and guidance through CPD
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An attractive and well-resourced learning environment
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The opportunity to work with a committed, newly appointed Headteacher and senior leadership team with a clear vision
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An opportunity to work in n inclusive school, with a Startwell Centre
Please state in your application your experience and skill that make you suitable for this post. Please limit supporting letter of application to 2 sides of A4 – Arial, size 12 font.
Visits to the school are available by appointment. Please telephone school to request a visit.
Application forms are returnable via email to Mrs J Parkinson – School Business Manager at bman@admin.meadowbank.wigan.sch.uk.
To view the details relating to this position, please click the links below:
Job Description and Person Specification.docx
Application Form.docx
School DBS Applicant Information.doc
Guidance for Safer Working Practices.pdf
Childcare Disqualification Requirements.doc
For further information please contact Mrs J Parkinson on 01942 486366 or email
enquiries@admin.meadowbank.wigan.sch.uk.
Observation/interview date: Week commencing Monday 5 March 2018
This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures
The employer is committed to safeguarding