Support Assistant Level 3
Newcastle City Council
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom£27,274 - £28,153 per annum. Actual Salary £20,045 - £20,692Closes: 5 Nov
Grange First School
Norham Road
Gosforth
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE3 2NP
Initially on a fixed term contract for 1 year to start as soon as possible
The Governors of Grange First School wish to appoint a highly skilled, conscientious and motivated Support Assistant Level 3 to join our dedicated team. Initially, the successful candidate will work within Key Stage 2, supporting pupils both individually and in small groups, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The role also involves supervision at playtimes and 30 minutes each lunchtime.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about helping children achieve their full potential and who can build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
We are looking for a Support Assistant who can demonstrate:
We can offer:
Grange First School is strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and complete a range of other safer recruitment checks.
An application pack, job description and person specification can be obtained from the school website or by emailing office@grangefirst.co.uk.
Completed application forms should be returned to:
Mrs Joanne Walker - School Business Manager joanne.walker@grangefirst.co.uk
Shortlisting will take place on: 6th November
Successful candidates will be informed by email on: 6th November
Interviews and observations will take place on: 12th November
Closing Date: Thursday 5th November
Norham Road
Gosforth
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE3 2NP
Initially on a fixed term contract for 1 year to start as soon as possible
The Governors of Grange First School wish to appoint a highly skilled, conscientious and motivated Support Assistant Level 3 to join our dedicated team. Initially, the successful candidate will work within Key Stage 2, supporting pupils both individually and in small groups, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The role also involves supervision at playtimes and 30 minutes each lunchtime.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about helping children achieve their full potential and who can build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
We are looking for a Support Assistant who can demonstrate:
- An enthusiastic and positive approach to working with children.
- Experience and knowledge of supporting pupils with SEND.
- Experience of working with children, particularly in Key Stage 1 and lower Key Stage 2.
- The ability to support, challenge and extend pupils' learning within the classroom.
- A commitment to promoting children's independence, confidence and wellbeing.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- The ability to build excellent relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.
- Flexibility, initiative and a willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school.
- A commitment to ongoing professional development and training.
We can offer:
- Friendly, enthusiastic and well-behaved children who enjoy learning.
- A supportive and dedicated staff team.
- Opportunities for high-quality professional development.
- A welcoming and inclusive school community.
- A commitment to staff wellbeing and professional growth.
Grange First School is strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and complete a range of other safer recruitment checks.
An application pack, job description and person specification can be obtained from the school website or by emailing office@grangefirst.co.uk.
Completed application forms should be returned to:
Mrs Joanne Walker - School Business Manager joanne.walker@grangefirst.co.uk
Shortlisting will take place on: 6th November
Successful candidates will be informed by email on: 6th November
Interviews and observations will take place on: 12th November
Closing Date: Thursday 5th November