Classroom Teaching Assistant

The Governors and Senior Leadership team of our school wish to appoint a committed, enthusiastic and outstanding Teaching Assistant to supervise the activities of pupils in the classroom and during break times and lunchtimes. A specialism in Early Years would be an advantage but not essential. Previous applicants need not apply.

Lytchett Matravers Primary school is a Rights Respecting School, located in a rural village location and has been at the heart of the community for many years. We traditionally have a low staff turnover and this role is a rare opportunity to join our friendly team of hard-working individuals. Everything we do has the child at the heart and every member of staff lives our ethos of “Strive to Achieve, Learn to Dream, Shape Tomorrow”.

WE ARE SEEKING A PROFESSIONAL INDIVIDUAL WHO:

Is able to adapt to suit the needs of the children and be able to inspire and engage them. Is able to support individuals and small groups in their learning and use their initiative to personalise and adapt where necessary. Be willing to undertake additional training to meet the needs of the children. Is reflective and committed to professional development. Is enthusiastic about the education of children, across every area of the curriculum. Can build and maintain professional and positive working relationships. Has previous experience of working with children in a learning environment. Has a sense of humour and is a good team player.

If you fit this criteria and feel you can take a pro-active role in helping our children to be the best they can be, then we would love to hear from you. 

WE CAN OFFER YOU:

Excellent CPD opportunities and Training and Development Programmes In-house Teaching School An individual induction programme supported by a mentor Networking groups for Teachers, Business Managers, Site Teams and IT staff Eligibility to join the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme Generous holiday entitlement for staff working 52 weeks per year which increases with length of service Free eye tests up to the value of £25 for users of VDU equipment and contribution up to the value of £60 towards the purchase of glasses specifically for the use of display screen equipment (where all conditions are met) Opportunity to become a school workplace Health and Wellbeing representative, meeting with other schools on a termly basis and feeding into the Health and Wellbeing strategy Access to the Trust Health and Wellbeing pages Access to a staff benefits portal through Vivup Free confidential telephone and face to face counselling for staff and family members

Hamwic Education Trust (HET) is a large, fast-paced Trust with currently 35 academies across the South Coast. Linked to 6 community-based partnerships, there are 32 primary academies, 2 secondary and 1 hospital school.

‘All about the Child’

At HET, we aim to put the child at the centre of everything we do. We believe that by doing this, it drives our ethos and values to do the best we can for our children.

‘What about Sam’

Sam is the name we have given to the notional Hamwic child. By asking ourselves ‘What about Sam?’ we ensure that we put our pupils at the heart of our decision making.

SAFEGUARDING:

All schools with the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Should you wish to apply for this vacancy, please view the job description and complete the application form which can be found at and return to Peter Leddin at

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