Job Details

Hours of work: 32.5 Hours per week

Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only (As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)

Fixed term for: 1 Academic year (2016/2017)

Closing date: Monday 04 July at Midday

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:

Little Common School Shepherds Close Bexhill On Sea East Sussex TN39 4SQ

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

About the Role

Little Common School is a large primary on the outskirts of Bexhill.   We are seeking a resilient, flexible and reliable individuals to join our learning support team as a 'Thrive Teaching Assistant'.

Often working one-to-one with one or more pupils you will be responsible for supporting children with additional learning,  behaviour or emotional needs.

You will have experience of working with children, a commitment and belief that every child will succeed, a good understanding of a range of special educational and behavioural needs and may have received specialist training.

This role requires good communication skills as you will be expected to liaise with parents/carers, staff and other professionals. Confidentiality is also essential.

Please see the job description for further details about this role.

We can offer you: - Great children who care about our school - Friendly and committed staff - A supportive environment with regular opportunities to develop your skills through personalised CPD

Hours for the Thrive TA will be 32.5 hours per week during term-time only. The proposed working pattern will be Monday to Friday, 8:30 to 3:30, with a 30 minute break for lunch; however this may be subject to change with reasonable notice.

For a full job description and application form, please visit our websit, call or email us.

PLEASE NOTE, WE CANNOT ACCEPT CVs     

Additional Information

Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.

From 6 April 2011 the Home Office has placed a permanent restriction on the number of migrant workers that all Tier 2 (General) Sponsors can recruit. Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits. This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau).

Equal Opportunities

East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.