Teaching Assistants

 

Teaching Assistants - 1 for Reception and 1 for year 1 - Bankside Primary School

Guidance notes for applying for a job with Bankside Primary School

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This is an exciting opportunity to work within our phase 1 team (Nursery, Reception and Year 1) supporting children and teachers in class and also with small group interventions. We are looking for full time, permanent, Teaching Assistants for vacancies in both Reception and year 1 classes.

Bankside is a large and thriving 3 form-entry Primary School in Harehills. Ofsted say:
‘Pupils are keen to show how they aspire to be their ‘Bankside best.’ Leaders have high ambitions for all pupils in the school. Everyone works together to adhere to the ‘golden rules’ so they create a sociable school’. (Ofsted Jan 2020)

‘In lessons, pupils, including those who are disadvantaged and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), work hard and enjoy their learning.
Parents and carers know their children are happy and safe’. (Ofsted Jan 2020)

Do you want to be part of a school where:

We work hard to secure the 'Bankside Best' outcomes for our children and community.

We want our children to shine, to be articulate, confident and socially aware from the very start of school.

We support our colleagues through ongoing CPD to continually develop their skills and expertise.
Look at our web site to see more information about our school at www.banksideprimary.org - there is always lots going on and you will be amazed at how much our children do and achieve.

The successful candidate must:

• Have a secure understanding of child development to support learning
• Be committed to inclusive practices
• Be able to work collaboratively as a team member
• Be able to support children with appropriate interventions that have a positive impact on learning
• Have high expectations of behaviour and achievement
• be able to work under guidance of the teacher with small groups or whole classes
• Be first aid trained, or if not, prepared to be attend the appropriate training and administer first aid as required

We can offer:

• An exciting opportunity to work within a successful and dynamic primary school.
• Friendly and supportive staff team
• Excellent CPD opportunities
• Friendly and inquisitive children, who are keen to learn

Our last Ofsted report noted:
‘Leaders have created a school that is an integral part of the community. They recognise the richness and benefits of serving a diverse community. Staff are very positive about the school. They feel valued. Leaders provide care and support for staff. All staff have high aspirations for their pupils.’ (Jan 2020).

At Bankside, we are passionate about celebrating the diversity of our children, families and staff community. We value the experience and contributions of people from all walks of life. We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.

If you are interested in finding out more, we welcome potential candidates to come and meet our lovely children and colleagues. Contact the office (0113 336 8383) to arrange a suitable slot.

Please download the application/information pack from our website.

Submitting your application form – please read carefully:

• Closing date – 12 noon, on the date stated above. Interviews week commencing 12th June 2023.

• All completed applications must be submitted electronically to: recruitment@banksideprimary.org

• We can only accept Leeds City Council school support staff or teacher application forms and are unable to accept CV’s

• Any queries relating to this role should also be sent to recruitment@banksideprimary.org

• Please clearly indicate on your application form and accompanying email which role you are applying for. If your application is not labelled clearly we may not consider your application as we will not know which role you are applying for.

• Attachments should be saved with your name and which role you are applying for.

• Please ensure you provide current and correct email addresses for all your referees.

Please note only short listed candidates will be contacted for observations / Interviews.

Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments made are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. If shortlisted, you will be required to disclose relevant information regarding criminal history and an on-line search will be conducted. This includes only information publicly available on-line.

We promote equality, diversity and inclusion and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.

This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.

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