1:1 Educational Teaching Assistant – Holme Junior & Infant School

at  Kirklees Council

Organisation
Schools
Directorate
Primary Schools
Service Area
Holme J & I School
Hours
32.5 total hours per week, term time only
Number of Jobs
2
Location(s)
Meal Hill Road, Holme, Holmfirth HD9 2QQ
Position type
Temporary
Length of contract
As this post is to support a current Reception pupil with SEND, this position will be on a fixed term contract until 31st August 2025, subject to the child being on roll in school.
Grade
Grade 6
Salary
£18,056 - £19,308 (Based on 32.5 hours per week)
Jobs Available
1 x 17 hours (Monday and Tuesday 8:30am – 3:30pm, and Wednesday 8:30am – 1:00pm with 30 minutes for lunch each day)
1 x 15.5 hours (Wednesday 1:00pm – 3:30pm and, Thursday and Friday 8:30am – 3:30pm with 30 minutes for lunch on Thursday and Friday)
Other options could be considered.
OR
1 x Full Time Considered (Monday to Friday 8:30am to 3:30pm with 30 minutes for lunch)

HOLME JUNIOR AND INFANT SCHOOL ARE LOOKING TO APPOINTMENT ENTHUSIASTIC, CARING AND ORGANISED 1:1 EDUCATIONAL TEACHING ASSISTANTS FOR A PUPIL WITH SEND FROM SEPTEMBER 2023

We are seeking to appoint highly skilled and motivated members of staff to work as part of a team supporting a child in our Reception/Year 1/Year 2 Class with an Education Health and Care Plan.

If you are:

• Experienced in working with children with communication and interaction needs in an early years setting
• Able to support children in developing their self-care needs to become independent young people
• Looking to work in a supportive team where ongoing training is prioritised
• Able to have a positive attitude and a child focussed approach to meeting children’s individual needs
• A motivated, hardworking and resilient practitioner
• A team player with excellent communication skills
• Looking to develop or begin your career in a school setting
• Someone who can take initiative and be innovative
• Willing to become involved in all aspects of school life
• Wanting to work school hours with school holidays!

Holme could be the school for you!

We can offer you:

• A warm, welcoming and friendly school
• Enthusiastic children who are keen to learn and achieve
• A dedicated and professional team
• Strong links with the community

Application forms are strongly encouraged from individuals who have a background or experience in Special Educational Needs, whether this is personal or professional, although all applications will be considered.
This is a wonderful opportunity to work in a small village school that ensures children make the best progress possible and are offered many different opportunities during their time with us. Please visit our school website to learn more about us:
https://www.holmejischool.co.uk
We would welcome and encourage that you come and visit our school setting. To arrange a visit or to find out more information about the advertised roles, please contact the school office: 01484 689692.
Return completed applications to office@holmejischool.co.uk for the attention of the Executive Headteacher, Mr Bond, by the end of Friday 17th May.
Shortlisting will take place in week commencing 20th May and interviews will take place for successfully shortlisted candidates in either week commencing 20th May or 3rd June 2024
Application Form
Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff are subject to an enhanced DBS check and an on-line Due Diligence check. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.
This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level, please refer to the Job Description/Profile. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.
Closing date
17 May 2024, 11:55 PM

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Grade 6 Educational Teaching Assistant Job Description.pdf – 109KB
Holme J&I School ETA - Person Spec.pdf – 77K

Please refer the Job description for details