Overview
Teaching Assistant at Hillbourne Primary School Jobs in Poole, England, United Kingdom at Dorset Council UK
Title: Teaching Assistant at Hillbourne Primary School
Company: Dorset Council UK
Location: Poole, England, United Kingdom
Role
Hillbourne Primary School are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to join a happy and inclusive school community, working within a dedicated team committed to supporting every child to thrive. The role includes:
- Working within the school as part of a team, under the general direction of the Headteacher or Inclusion Leader, who will be responsible for the overall policy of the educational programme and for matters of control and discipline within the school
- You may be required to work with whole classes, smaller groups or be assigned to work with particular pupils who may have particular requirements or Statements of their Special Needs.
We Are Seeking a Professional Individual Who
- Supports the teacher by working with individuals or groups of children to support their learning and development
- Has proven experience working with children, including those with additional or special educational needs
- Demonstrates a good understanding of safeguarding practices and confidentiality
- Establishes supportive, caring and secure relationships with the child/ children, promoting respect, self-esteem and a positive, inclusive whole school ethos
- Contributes to evaluation, review and planning discussions with the teacher, Inclusion Lead and other members of the support team
- Communicates clearly, calmly and professionally, maintaining composure and sound judgement under pressure.
- Offers a fair and consistent approach to managing behaviour and individual needs in line with school policies and procedures
- Helps, supports and motivates the children, clarifying instructions, encouraging independent learning and behaviour and enabling learning targets and outcomes to be achieved
- Is a committed team player, motivated to support children’s independence and engage in ongoing professional development.
What We Offer You
- An opportunity to be part of a collaborative team with a shared vision of excellence
- A real career path in a thriving and respected organisation
- Flexible working approach, where possible
- Wellbeing day (trial for 2025/26)
- Excellent training and development programmes and opportunities
- Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with length of service
- Access to our benefits portal offering a full range of discounts available through Lifestyle Savings
- Access to wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme, this includes free confidential telephone and face to face counselling for employees and family members
- Access to financial wellbeing support through a company that provides comprehensive guidance on all things mortgage related
- Eligible for a Blue Light card
