The Grove Primary School

Teaching Assistant (SEND) - To provide 1:1 support for a Year 1 SEND Pupil
Salary: Grade E - £19,698-£20,493 pro rata
Hours of work: 30 hours per week  (Term Time only)
Contract type: Temporary (relating to the provision of special needs support)

Required from 1^st September 2021 this appointment relates to the provision of special needs support for a delightful Year 1 pupil in our school with SEND.

We are seeking to appoint a high quality, caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to provide in-class, group and individual support for a Year 1 SEND pupil (currently in EYFS and transitioning to Year 1 in September).

The post will involve working closely with the Class Teacher, SENDCo and pupil to provide a differentiated curriculum designed to support the child’s ability to be successful within our setting. Some time will be spent outside the classroom working 1:1 to teach/reinforce key skills with a strong emphasis on social skills and communication and language development.

The successful candidate will join a hard-working, friendly team in school which was graded ‘Good’ by Ofsted (November 2018) and values Teaching Assistants as an essential part of this success. We are looking to appoint someone who thoroughly enjoys working with children and has a positive, flexible and professional manner. It is desirable that the successful candidate has experience of working with children with Special Education Needs and Disabilities.

Additional information for both positions

Visits to the school are welcome, please contact the school to make an arrangement by telephoning the School Office on 01225 755242. Further information can be found by visiting our school website www.grove.wilts.sch.uk

Closing date (and time): Friday 9 July 2021 (12 noon)
Interview date: Wednesday 14 July 2021
Commencement date: Wednesday 1 September 2021

Completed applications should be returned to Mrs Anna Pemberton, Headteacher, via email: applications@grove.wilts.sch.uk or by post: The Grove Primary School, Hazel Grove, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 0JG.

All applications must be completed using The Grove Primary School application form which can be downloaded from our website. This is a slightly amended version of the Wiltshire application form to ensure referees are clear for administrative and safeguarding purposes.

The Grove 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. All applicants will be subject to a full Disclosure And Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.

Teaching Assistant
Salary: Grade D - £18,933-£19,698 pro rata
Hours of work: 30 hours per week  (Term Time only)
Contract type: Permanent

We are excited to be able to offer this fantastic Teaching Assistant position to enrich the lives of children in EYFS at The Grove. The successful candidate will join a strong team whose vision is for children’s individual needs to be at the heart of every aspect of school life.

The primary purpose of this role is to work with our EYFS Team and ensure outstanding provision for children in EYFS and as they transition to KS1. This will be working with individuals and groups, inside and outside the classroom, providing support to classroom teachers, liaising with parents as appropriate and supporting the team to secure high quality provision and achievement for all pupils.

The successful candidate will join a hard-working, friendly team in school which was graded ‘Good’ by Ofsted (November 2018) and values Teaching Assistants as an essential part of this success. We are looking to appoint someone who thoroughly enjoys working with children and has a positive, flexible and professional manner.

​Additional information

Visits to the school are welcome, please contact the school to make an arrangement by telephoning the School Office on 01225 755242. Further information can be found by visiting our school website www.grove.wilts.sch.uk

Closing date (and time): Friday 9 July 2021 (12 noon)
Interview date: Wednesday 14 July 2021
Commencement date: Wednesday 1 September 2021

Completed applications should be returned to Mrs Anna Pemberton, Headteacher, via email: applications@grove.wilts.sch.uk or by post: The Grove Primary School, Hazel Grove, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 0JG.

All applications must be completed using The Grove Primary School application form which can be downloaded from our website. This is a slightly amended version of the Wiltshire application form to ensure referees are clear for administrative and safeguarding purposes.

The Grove 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. All applicants will be subject to a full Disclosure And Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.