Teaching Assistant - Corpus Christ Catholic Primary School

Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School

Gladys Avenue

Portsmouth

PO2 9AX

02392661818

Teaching Assistant (+ including support for health and care needs)

Corpus Christi is a happy school in the heart of Portsmouth. We aim to offer a rich and engaging school experience in which children thrive, are keen to learn and enjoy school. We offer a safe learning environment with a welcoming atmosphere and a strong sense of belonging amongst our families. Inclusion is at the heart of our school; we are a diverse community and welcome children from a wide variety of cultural backgrounds. 

We are looking for a Teaching Assistant to join our fantastic support staff team. The successful candidate will be working to support pupils with significant needs.

We are looking for someone who is:

• A team player who is kind, patient and dependable, with the ability to remain calm and positive in every situation. 
• Someone who can naturally connect with children and create relationships built on trust, respect and encouragement.
• Enthusiasm, creativity and a willingness to go the extra mile to help pupils engage, learn and thrive.
• Experience or an understanding of SEMH and communication needs is desirable
• Comfortable supporting pupils with intimate care with dignity and care.

The post is term time only - 5 days per week 32.5 hours per day- agreed with the successful candidate

FTE (Full Time Equivalent) pay £25,186.00 - £26,244.00 on a fixed term contract.

Application Procedures

We welcome and encourage candidates to visit our school so you can get a sense of our school and happy children

The school is committed to safeguarding and the promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  DBS disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of appointment.

Closing date for applications: Monday 28th September - although applications will be considered upon receipt. Further information: If you would like further information, please look at our website https://www.corpuschristicp.schoolor contact Louise Penney in the school office on 02392 661818. School contact:

Applications on CES application forms should be returned to the School Office at [email protected] 

Job description: Download here.