Teaching Assistant Level 2

The Role

Prestolee Multi Academy Trust are seeking to appoint an experienced and effective Teaching Assistant Level 2 (KS2) based at Mesne Lea Primary School, Walkden, Manchester. The ideal candidate will have experience of working as a Teaching Assistant Level 2, and will be a motivated individual with a strong CPD ethic. They will be enthusiastic about being involved in all aspects of school life and will be able to build strong relationships with all stakeholders within a primary school setting. They will also have a Teaching Assistant Level 2 qualification.  

We are looking for a person who has: 

• Proven outstanding experience/practice as a Teaching Assistant Level 2
• A good level of English and Maths (GCSE 4/C or equivalent)
• Excellent literacy, numeracy and ICT skills
• Excellent skills in team working
• Excellent skills in working with children
• A strong CPD ethic 
• Commitment, flexibility and enthusiasm
• A desire for career development
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

We can offer:

• A dynamic and developing Multi Academy Trust of schools with a SCITT for career development in teaching and learning. 
• Opportunities across the Trust to widen skills, experience, and professional development in a variety of settings. 
• Welcome, friendly, and inclusive schools within the Trust
• A committed Trust and School leadership and committed multi school teams. 
• Well-motivated pupils
• A Trust committed to staff wellbeing and career development for all. 

This Trust is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Services.

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

Benefits

Other
Employee Assistance Programme
Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

Qualification Title	Grade
Minimum GCSEs grade 4/C or equivalent in Maths and English		Essential
Teaching Assistant Level 2 qualification or equivalent		Essential

Skills

Experience
Experience working as a Teaching Assistant Level 2 (or above) in an educational setting	Essential
Experience of working with children with SEN	Desirable
Experience of working in Key Stage 2	Desirable
Relevant Skills
Ability to stay calm under pressure	Essential
Ability to deal with sensitive information in a confidential manner	Essential
Ability to form and maintain appropriate professional relationships and boundaries with children and parents	Essential
Ability to work as part of a team	Essential
Qualifications
A good level of English and Maths (Minimum GCSE Grade 4/C)	Essential
Organisational Fit
A commitment to work within the guidelines of 'Keeping Children Safe in Education'	Essential