About this role
The Governing Body of Halfway Nursery Infant School is looking to appoint a confident, flexible and energetic Teaching Assistant to join our enthusiastic and talented team in September.
The role will be to work across nursery and school, as well as support some hours in our wraparound provision (Breakfast club on a Monday 7:30am - 8:30am). These hours will be paid in addition to the full-time contract.
There is also the possibility of additional hours in our after school club which runs each day until 6pm (hours TBC). These hours will be paid in addition to the full-time contract. Please indicate on your application form your availability for these hours.
Initially this role is for one year. Pupil numbers and budget depending it could be extended.
The successful applicant will be a highly motivated professional, dedicated to providing a high level of teaching support across nursery and school, working in partnership with classroom teachers, running specific interventions when appropriate and supporting children 1:1 when needed. Ideally the successful candidate will have experience of working within the EYFS and KS1.
Halfway Nursery Infant School is located at the heart of our community in the south of Sheffield. At the heart of all we do are our children. We would like them to enjoy their childhood and be valued for their individuality, culture and heritage. We would like our children to go into the wider world as well rounded, happy, healthy and responsible citizens who care for the world and all the people who live in it. We strive for every child to be aspirational and forward thinking in all they do and remain lifelong learners who are reflective, resilient and adaptable.
We are looking for someone who is: -
Passionate about making a difference for all children
Able to develop positive and productive relationships with all children, parents and staff
Knowledgeable and skilled in supporting all children to access their learning in the classroom across the EYFS and KS1
Able to manage and deliver structured intervention packages
An active and supportive member of the class and school team
A positive role-model for our children
Able to be flexible, responsive and proactive to change
Willing to contribute to school life outside of the classroom.