About this role
Qualifications
GCSE Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics
Relevant Level 2 qualification in Childcare, Teaching Assistant, Early Years or equivalent experienceor willingness to work towards
Experience
Experience of working with primary-aged children–
Experience planning and leading activities for children
Experience promoting positive behaviour
Knowledge and understanding
Understanding the statutory requirements of legislation concerning Safeguarding, including
Child Protection, Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, and Inclusion
Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate activities
Understanding of health and safety requirements in a school environment
Awareness of inclusion and equal opportunities
Skills
Wish to work within a school and be sympathetic to the school’s ethos and aims and meet the expectations of the school’s governing body.
Establish andmaintaingood professionalrelationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues
To be able to deal with regular interruptions
Establish and developappropriate relationshipswith parents and governors
Communicate effectively (both verbally and in
writing) at all levels e.g., pupils, staff, parents, visitors
Promote a positive working environment
Be able to work under pressure
Ability to work with minimal supervision and to act on own initiate
Ability to supervise and engage groups of children effectively
Ability to create a safe,welcomingand stimulating environment
Ability to organise activities and resources
Personal characteristics
Punctual
Organised and resourceful
Solution focused
Caring, patient and approachable manner
Enthusiastic and positive attitude
Reliable,flexibleand organised
Ability to remain calm under pressure
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Professional attitude and confidentiality