Goathland Primary School
Early Years Foundation Stage General Teaching Assistant (with MSA duties)
Contract: Permanent
Hours/ Working Pattern: 19.5 hours a week, 8:30 – 3:30pm, Monday, Thursday & Friday, term time only plus training
Salary/ Hourly Rate: GTA - Grade CD, £12.00 - £12.38 per hour, MSA – Grade AB, £12.00 per hour
Total Pay Estimate: GTA Pay, £8,935.62 – £9,236.77 per annum after pro-rata, plus £1,585.12 MSA per annum after pro-rata
Closing Date: 11:59pm Sunday 10th November
Interview Date: Week commencing 18th November
Start Date: January 2025 or ASAP
Early Years is the first step of a child’s school journey – you could be part of this exciting time!
Our School
Goathland Primary School is an attractive and dynamic school catering for children aged from 3 to 11. Originally built in the 1800s and extended in the 1970s, the school building is beautifully situated in the midst of stunning moorlands, yet only a few minutes’ drive from the main A169 Whitby to Pickering road.
Our small school, in a unique location with experienced, dedicated staff, is a wonderful place for children to grow and learn. Children are known as individuals and staff build excellent relationships with families. The combination of high expectations and individual nurturing means that children are inspired to do their best, resulting in great educational outcomes and happy children.
Our Opportunity
Our school nursery opened in July 2022. Being part of the Base 1 class gives children the chance to interact with a range of ages, which is beneficial to all and helps build confidence as well as providing opportunities for children to see and be inspired by the work of older children. Phonics and early reading are introduced gently and there is a seamless transition into Reception.
Under the guidance of our Early Years & Base 1 Teacher, you will ensure that children enjoy activities that stimulate and engage children’s interests and learning. Your role will help children establish the foundations for school life and instil a passion for knowledge.
Key duties
- Engage with children to develop sustained, shared thinking, and promote the characteristics of effective learning, as defined in the EYFS framework
- Prepare and maintain our learning environment
- Carry out routine tasks to support the work of the Teacher, HLTAs and ATAs
Qualifications
- Level 2 Teaching Assistant Qualification is essential / Level 3 desirable
- Grade C/4 GCSE in Maths & English or equivalent
We are looking for:
- A professional who loves working with children and has a passion to see every child achieve their very best
- A team player who recognises the joy and challenges of working in a busy village Pre-School
- Someone who has the drive and ambition to achieve excellent results
We can offer you
- Tailored support from our Headteacher, your fellow colleagues and development opportunities.
- An opportunity to see the unique and huge opportunity that exists here at Goathland School. All the support, energy, and tenacity you will need is here for you to tap into.
- A warm, happy school where we value our community ethos and have a philosophy of treating each other with kindness and respect.
- Happy, enthusiastic, and well-behaved children who thrive in a safe, caring and inspiring environment.
Queries / School Visits
Informal chats about the role are welcomed and encouraged. For queries or to arrange a call or visit with the Acting Headteacher / Head of Department, please contact: Chloe Bullen at Chloe.Bullen@northyorks.gov.uk or on 01609 536 964
Application Process
Please apply via the NYC Jobs Page
Please contact us if you need an application form in a different format.
Unfortunately we do not accept CVs.
When applying please take into account the following:
Supporting Information
The supporting information section of your application should clearly evidence your ability to meet the requirements we have outlined in the person specification (see job description & person specification). This will be used to shortlist applicants for this role and therefore it is imperative that you provide evidence as requested.
References
When completing your application, please provide two employment referees. Generally, this is your current and most recent employer.
We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We have a robust child protection policy and all staff will receive training relevant to their role at induction and throughout employment at the school. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Please note this post is in regulated activity and exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS criminal records and barred list check for work with children. An online search may be undertaken as part of the recruitment process on information available in the public domain. Candidates should disclose anything that may be relevant in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
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