Job Description

1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant Scale 3 Point 5 £12.85 / hour

We have a part-time vacancy for a SEND teaching assistant to support an EYFS child who is starting at our school. The vacancy is for Monday 8.30am - 1.15pm, Tues - Fri 8.45am -1.15pm. This is a fixed term contract to start as soon as possible.

The successful applicant should ideally have experience of working in a school or Early Years setting, have gained a GSCE pass (or equivalent) in Maths and English and should be willing to work anywhere in the school, if required. However, all applications will be considered.

Tollesbury is a friendly village school that has strong links with the local community. We have an amazing staff team who all work tirelessly to maintain our high standards, ensure our children reach their potential and are the very best they can be. The successful candidates should be caring, flexible and have a positive outlook. This 1:1 support role will possibly require a high level of intimate care.

Tollesbury School takes seriously its responsibility to protect and safeguard the welfare of children and young people in its care and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. "The welfare of the child is paramount" (Children Act 1989). Successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office to make an appointment.

Closing date: Thursday 6th March 2025

Interviews:Tuesday 11th March 2025

Start date: as soon as possible