Pre-Prep Teaching Assistant
Location
Tiverton, Devon | United Kingdom
Job description
Pre-Prep Teaching Assistant
Tiverton, Devon
About Us
Founded in 1604, Blundell’s is a co-educational independent school for pupils aged 3 – 18 years. Based in 90 acres of beautiful Devon countryside, Blundell’s fosters a friendly and open environment where both students and staff can thrive. Boasting excellent facilities and the best in pastoral care, we are committed to providing an outstanding learning experience for all students.
We’re now looking for a Pre-Prep Teaching Assistant to join us on a full-time, permanent basis. The hours will run from approximately 8.30 am – 6.00 pm.
The Benefits
- Salary of £20,901 per annum
- 5 weeks’ paid holiday plus bank holidays and additional customary days
- Company pension scheme
- Meals during term time
- Branded uniform provided (as required)
- Relevant internal and external training provided
- Use of excellent sports facilities
- Free staff parking
- Employee Assistance Programme
This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic individual with a relevant childcare qualification to join our exceptional school.
Our first-class facilities are set amidst the idyllic location of Devon, surrounded by lush green hills and just a short half hour drive from the historic city of Exeter!
You’ll be joining a dedicated and friendly team where you’ll be welcomed into our thriving community and looked after with a range of terrific benefits.
So, if you’re passionate about supporting the development of children and helping them to achieve their best, we want to hear from you!
The Role
As a Pre-Prep Teaching Assistant, you will support teachers and students within our Pre-Prep department, from nursery to year two.
Supporting the educational needs of pupils, you will facilitate the implementation of Individual Educational Programmes and assist teachers with monitoring their progress.
Engaging in the social development of our pupils, you will support them with emotional and behavioural problems, to enable them to participate in activities inside and outside the classroom.
Additionally, you will:
- Support teachers in preparing classroom resources
- Assist with the preparation and presentation of pupil’s work
- Accompany pupils on educational trips
- Undertake playground and before and after school duties
About You
To be considered as a Pre-Prep Teaching Assistant, you will need:
- An NVQ level 2 in childcare or equivalent qualification
- The ability to carry out basic first aid duties
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency in IT
The closing date for this role is 9th October 2023.
Interviews will be held w/c 16th October 2023.
The post will commence in January 2024.
Other organisations may call this role TA, Learning Support Assistant, Classroom Assistant, General Teaching Assistant, Behavioural Support Assistant, Nursery Assistant, Tutor or Educational Assistant.
Blundell’s is an equal opportunities employer, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.
Blundell’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
So, if you’re looking for a meaningful role as a Pre-Prep Teaching Assistant, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
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