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We are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to join our happy, friendly school. The role involves supportinga child in our Reception class who has recently been diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes.
The successful candidate will need:
Experience of working with or caring for children;
A patient, nurturing, therapeutic attitude;
Excellent communication skills;
To be willing to understake diabetes training;
To support the child with their daily medical needs including finger pricking, administering insulin injections, monitoring glucose levels and any other duties directed on the care plan;
To be hard working and a real team player;
A clear commitment to the safeguarding of all children.
Hours would be 8.45am -3.15pm Monday to Friday, term time only.
Warley Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants for this post must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and a DBS check with the Disclosure & Barring Service.