Teaching Assistant

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Post 1 – based in KS2 at Castle Mead School
28.5 hours per week / MDSA: 2.5 hours per week
39 weeks per year
8.45am – 3.15pm
Thursday 3.30pm – 4.30pm additional hour planning and preparation time (with Class Teacher)

Post 2 – based in KS1/2 at The Mead Primary School (temporary)
28.5 hours per week / MDSA: 2.5 hours per week
39 weeks per year
8.45am – 3.15pm
Thursday 3.30pm – 4.30pm additional hour planning and preparation time (with Class Teacher)

Post 3 – based in Early Years at The Mead Primary School (temporary)
Approximately 32 hours per week plus some additional hours for wrap around nursery provision 7.45am – 8.45am and 4.15pm – 6.15pm
39 weeks per year 

Salary:

Role overview:

Post 1 – based in KS2 at Castle Mead School
Castle Mead is expanding to two forms of entry across the school. We have a Resource Base which provides specialist support for children with a range of complex needs. The school has an onsite nursery. We are seeking an additional Teaching Assistant, ideally with an interest in supporting learning at KS2.

Post 2 – based in KS1/2 at The Mead Primary School (temporary)
The Mead operates across 2 sites at Hilperton (two forms of entry) and Wingfield (4 classes) both with onsite nurseries. We are seeking an additional Teaching Assistant at the Hilperton site, based either in KS1 or KS2, dependant on qualifications and experience. This is a temporary contract until the end of the academic year.

Post 3 – based in Early Years at The Mead Primary School (temporary)
We are also seeking a Teaching Assistant based at the Hilperton site to join our Early Years team. This post is specifically linked to a career break.

Both schools offer an exceptional learning environment with outstanding resources. We also have specialist music rooms, and group rooms. There are extensive grounds and protected play areas which continue to be developed to provide a fantastic outdoor space. We grow our own produce and have chickens and a Pets as Therapy dog at both schools.

As part of The Mead Academy Trust we have close links with The Mead Teaching School, providing numerous opportunities for exceptional professional development.

We believe that children only get one chance to experience childhood and that they have an absolute right to the highest quality of education.   

You will help ensure the safety and well-being of the children at all times and act as a responsible carer.   

We are seeking applicants who are:

• Passionate about improving learning opportunities for all children within a creative curriculum
• Able to form positive relationships and foster the characteristics of effective learning
• Committed to valuing and supporting the development of each child
• Motivated to develop their skills to support highly effective learning
• Flexible, with a strong commitment to teamwork
• Energetic and enthusiastic with a good sense of humour