About this role
Qualifications and Attainments
5 GCSEs, including English & Maths at Grade A* to C (or equivalent) - Essential
Level 2 or 3 Teaching Support / Childcare qualification or equivalent, e.g. CACHE, NVQ L3, NNEB – Essential
Training, Experience and Knowledge
An understanding of the developmental, emotional, social and educational issues of children and young people – Essential
Experience of working with children in an education or childcare environment – Essential
Ability and confidence to assist pupils with numeracy and literacy in line with learning strategies – Essential
Experience of working with children with specific learning and / or behavioural needs – Essential
Experience of basic administrative tasks – Desirable
Experienced / trained first aider - Desirable
Personal Skills and Attitudes
Good written and verbal communication skills – Essential
Display initiative, be positive and enthusiastic – Essential
Suitability to work with children and young people – Essential
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, manage own workload and use initiative – Essential
An interest in ongoing professional development – Essential
Excellent interpersonal skills – Essential