Staff Vacancies

Early Years Classroom Teaching Assistant 1:1 SEND

Required as soon as possible

Teaching Assistant TA2 (+SEN) 1:1

4 hours and 20 mins daily (Monday-Friday)

Term time only

Temporary attached to child’s funding

Hours of Work: 8.40-1pm

Elmley Castle CofE First School, often described as a ‘real gem,’ is a delightful small village school, situated between Pershore and Evesham at the foot of Bredon Hill. We are SIAMS ‘Excellent’ and Ofsted confirmed our existing ‘Good’ status in 2022.  As a Church of England school we foster Christian values, through our friendly and caring environment. We provide all in our school community with the space, time and opportunity to grow spiritually and morally, physically and academically, creating ‘A Little Piece of Heaven on Earth. ‘

The Governing Body of Elmley Castle CofE First School is seeking to appoint a teaching assistant to work 1:1 with a child with complex needs, in our Reception /year 1 class. The successful candidate will be expected support a child with social and emotional difficulties to access the provision. They will also provide general classroom support when required, working alongside the early years team and support at break and lunchtimes.  Experience of working with these age groups is essential, with at least a level 2 qualification. Applicants should state any areas of expertise they may be able to bring to the school, full training will be given for the right candidate. Experience in working with a trauma informed approach would be advantageous. This is an exciting opportunity to work with delightful children as part of a dedicated and inspired staff team.

The successful candidate will;

• Have an understanding of the EYFS curriculum
• Be sensitive to the needs of individual learners and a keen interest in supporting social and emotional difficulties
• Be passionate about teaching and learning
• Be enthusiastic and determined to make learning fun
• Have good Literacy and Maths skills
• Be responsible and resourceful
• Have relevant qualifications
• Be committed to raising the level of achievement for all pupils, regardless of economic background or other need
• Have a positive, cheerful attitude
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team
• Be able to reflect the values of our Church school

Elmley Castle Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure, two positive references, medical clearance and evidence of appropriate qualifications.

For further information, a detailed job description and application forms please contact the school on office@elmleycastle.worcs.sch.uk

Closing date for applications: 6^th October 2023

Interviews to take place week beginning: 9^th October 2023

If you would like to volunteer at our school, please contact Mrs. Underwood who will be happy to talk through our volunteer recruitment process. 

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, and volunteers, to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check, permission to work in the UK, identity, prohibition and qualifications checks as well as satisfactory references.