Qualified Teacher Assistant

 

Qualified Teacher Assistant

Fixed term contract until July 2020 (with the possibility of becoming permanent).
Start date:                    As soon as possible
Closing date:                Wednesday October 30th.
Interview date:             Monday November 4th.

Odessa Infant School is a popular school in Forest Gate where children develop a joy of learning and respect for the environment and the wider world.  We have very high expectations for every child and endeavour to meet the needs of all of our children.

 We are looking to appoint a Qualified Teaching Assistant to join our EY/KS1 team.

The successful candidate will:

• place the needs of the child first
• have a secure knowledge of child development
• demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
• be committed to the inclusion of children with special educational needs
  teach inside and outside in all weathers;
  hold or be working towards level 3 equivalent in childcare and education;
• hold GCSE passes or equivalent in Maths and English.
   

Visits to the school are welcome w/c Monday October 28th.  Please email michelle.marchant@odessa.newham.sch.uk to arrange an appointment.

Shortlisted candidates will

• take a Maths and English test as part of the interview process
• be observed interacting with children in a classroom setting
• sit an interview

The schools in Newham are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.

Equal Opportunities

The School has a strong commitment to achieving equality of opportunity in both services to the community and the employment of people and expects all employees to understand and promote its policies in their work.