Teaching Assistant
King's School & Nursery
Plymouth
- New
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 8 September 2024
Job overview
About the School
King’s School and Nursery in Plymouth is a co-educational independent school for children aged 8 months up to 11 years old. We provide a complete education in a warm and nurturing environment.
Our strong sense of family and community, where each child is guided and encouraged to aim high and do their best both academically and personally, is something we are very proud of. Good manners and thoughtfulness for others are core values and children learn to take responsibility whilst gaining in self-confidence, self-discipline and maturity.
The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant to join our fantastic team.
About Cognita
Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.
About the role
To assist the class teacher in providing a secure and stimulating environment in which the children in your care will develop socially, academically and physically and to work as part of a team. You will work under the supervision of the class teacher to provide a variety of learning situations to enable each child to develop their skills. Prepare materials for activities and clear them away afterwards. Help with mounting/displays as required around the school and help with any general classroom administration including checking book bags and liaison books.
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Who we are looking for:
To be considered for this role you will have a Level 2 Qualification and have experience working in an educational environment. We would also expect you to have the ability to build good relationships with both pupils and adults and be a competent user of ICT to support classroom work.
Benefits at Cognita
•Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
•Aviva Pension
•Subsidised lunch available
•Holiday Allowance
•Free parking on site (subject to availability)
•School fee discount
•Exclusive third-party discounts
•Professional Development
How to Apply
Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: Sunday 8th September 2024
Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.
EARLY APPLICATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO INTERVIEW AND APPOINT PRIOR TO CLOSING DATE FOR THE RIGHT APPLICANT.
About King's School & Nursery
King’s School and Nursery in Plymouth is a co-educational independent school for children aged 8 months up to 11 years old. We provide a complete education in a warm and nurturing environment.
Our strong sense of family and community, where each child is guided and encouraged to aim high and do their best both academically and personally, is something we are very proud of. Good manners and thoughtfulness for others are core values and children learn to take responsibility whilst gaining in self-confidence, self-discipline and maturity.
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