Fixed Term, Higher Level Teaching Assistant  

Start Date: 1st September 2024 
  
30 hours per week, term time (39 weeks)  
 
This is a fixed term appointment initially for one term with the expectation of an extension dependent on the requirement of student provision within the SEN department.  
 
The Governors of Allonby School are seeking to appoint a positive, enthusiastic and Higher Level Teaching Assistant, to join our school. This role is to support a Year 2 (KS1) pupil with an Education and Health Care Plan (EHCP) as they reintegrate into school. The main duties will be to support the child with their learning, working with them individually and in small group situations.   
  
The successful candidate will have:  
•    NVQ qualification  
•    GCSE English and Math or good literacy and numeracy skills  
•    Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills  
•    The ability to work effectively as part of a team  
•    Experience or interest in supporting students with a range of individual needs  
•    The ability to support and promote the safeguarding of all children  
•    Have the skills and passion to be part of our Allonby family  
•    The ability to model clear & effective behaviour management strategies  
•    Commitment to involving parents, in the learning journey of their child  
  
At Allonby School, we can offer:  
•    Children who are enthusiastic learners   
•    A vibrant welcoming team, who strive to be the best they can be  
•    Good resources to support learning  
•    Supportive parents & Governors  
•    Excellent indoor & outdoor facilities                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            
Allonby School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of its pupils, it engages with young people and staff in policy and practice developments, proactively encourages feedback and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment

If you have the qualities required, along with the passion and aspirations to contribute to the success of Allonby Primary, then we would welcome an application from you. The school is committed to safe recruitment procedures and applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS.
  
Closing date for applications is Monday 1st July at 12:00noon however the school reserves the right to close applications early if a suitable candidate is found before this time. 
Interviews will take place on W/C: Thursday 11th July 
 
Application packs are available on our school website at www.allonby.cumbria.sch.uk or by request to Mrs White via telephone on 01900 881324 or email at admin@allonby.cumbria.sch.uk.  
  
Please complete application form and provide covering letter stating your curricular & extra-curricular strengths and interests to admin@allonby.cumbria.sch.uk.