Teaching Assistant

Fixed Term until 17th July 2015

Teaching Assistants for Key Stage 2. One full time and one part time (working 3.5 hours per day)

Are you an inspirational Teaching Assistant? Do you want to work in a school that will challenge and develop your skills and value your contribution?

We are a successful community school that is committed to continual improvement and the provision of rich learning experiences.

We are looking for a teaching assistant:

• Who wants to contribute to the great progress that our children make
• Who is creative and who can motivate and inspire children
• Who loves teaching, has a great sense of humour and who will contribute to our rich curriculum
• Who has real and genuine commitment to inclusion
• Who has knowledge of the Key Stage 2 curriculum

We can offer you:

• Friendly and caring pupils who are welcoming to all
• A committed and dedicated staff who care about children
• A supportive working environment
• A dedicated Governing Body who are passionate about the school and its place in the local community
• The opportunity for professional development
• The right environment where you can develop your skills

If this sounds like your ideal job then the Governing Body of Durham Gilesgate Primary School is interested in receiving your application.

For an informal discussion about the post please contact Mark Turner (Head Teacher) on 0191 3847284; visits to the school are strongly encouraged and can be arranged.

In the first instance, application packs should be downloaded from the attachments to this advert; alternatively they can be obtained by emailing the school gilesgateprimary@durhamlearning.net. Please note there may be a delay in response to emails received in August. Completed forms should be returned to the school via post from the 1st September up until the closing date.

As we are appointing to a full time and a part time position. Your application form should clearly state which position/s you are applying for.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people. All staff and volunteers share this commitment and as such you will be expected to undertake an enhanced DBS check prior to taking up post.

Essential qualifications:

• A teaching assistant qualification at NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) OR relevant qualifications at NVQ Level 3 in Early Years Or Child Care/Foundation. Minimum 4 subjects GCSE Grades A*-C (or equivalent), including Maths and English

Closing Date for applications: 8th September at 12 noon
Interviews will be held on 18th September 2014

Durham Gilesgate Primary School
Kepier Crescent
Gilesgate
Durham
DH1 1PH

Telephone 0191 384 7284