1:1 Teaching Assistant Level 1 (2 Positions)

Forsbrook CE Primary School are seeking to appoint 2 enthusiastic and motivated individuals, who are passionate about making a difference to the lives of children.

We require x2 1:1 class teaching assistants to work within our reception class who will support their class teacher in the delivery of a bespoke curriculum. We require a person who has experience in working with children with additional needs.

One 1:1 TA is required from 04.06.2025 and one from 01.09.2025. Both posts are full time, temporary to 31.08.2026

The successful candidate must have high expectations about what children can achieve as well as being able to demonstrate a strong commitment to the life of the school and the ability to work in a team.

We are looking for someone who:

• Knows and understands how to support the development of children with additional needs
• Displays excellent communication skills at all levels
• Has the ability to work in partnership with parents, teachers and other external support agencies.
• Is able to analyse behaviour and provide social and emotional support.
• Have high expectations of children’s attainment.
• Be caring and patient and able to cater for the individual needs of the child
• Wants to give that little something extra

We can offer:

• A talented, hardworking and friendly staff
• Motivated and happy children who love to learn.
• A forward thinking school that provides opportunities that make a difference
• Continuous professional development
• A stimulating and family-like working environment

Application form and job/person specification is available from the school office. All completed application forms to be returned to admin@forsbrook.staffs.sch.uk

Closing Date: Friday 30.05.2025 at 12 o’clock
Interviews: Friday 13.06.2025

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further details regarding this check are available from schools or by visiting www.homeoffice.gov.uk/dbs.

As part of KCSIE 2022, we will carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on all potential applicants.