Teaching Assistant

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Thank you for your interest in our job vacancy. Please complete the application as fully as possible and explain any gaps in your employment history. We would like to understand more about how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the job description and person specification for the role. Please complete this section as fully as possible. 

At Dee Point Primary School, we are proud of our inclusive ethos and our commitment to ensuring every child feels valued, supported and able to achieve success. We are seeking a dedicated, caring and enthusiastic teaching assistant to join our Early Years team, working primarily with children who have special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about early childhood development and wants to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and their families.

The successful candidate will:

• Provide high-quality support for children with additional needs within our Early Years setting.
• Work alongside teachers, SEND staff and external professionals to deliver personalised support and interventions.
• Help children develop communication, interaction, social and emotional skills.
• Support learning through structured activities and play-based experiences.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Contribute to a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment.
• Support children's independence and celebrate their individual achievements.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience of working with young children, preferably within an Early Years setting.
• Has experience of supporting children with SEND, including children with communication and interaction needs.
• Is patient, nurturing and resilient.
• Can build strong relationships with children and families.
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Is committed to inclusion and ensuring all children can access learning successfully.
• Holds a relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (desirable).

In return we offer: 

• Wonderful children who are enthusiastic and eager to learn.
• A supportive and friendly staff team.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A school that values wellbeing and teamwork.
• The chance to make a real difference to children's lives every day.

Visits to school: 

Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to visit the school. There are two visit dates available: Thursday 5th November at 9.45am and Friday 6th November at 4pm.  To arrange a visit, please contact the school office.

Closing Date: Thursday 12th November at 5pm  
Interview Date: Thursday 19th November

For further information regarding this role, please contact [email removed].

Dee Point Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS clearance and relevant pre-employment checks.