Teaching and Play Assistant 

Application Deadline: 02/11/2025 at 9:00 AM

We are proud to serve a culturally rich and diverse community in which all learners - adults and children, are supported to thrive and achieve.

We are looking to appoint candidates with successful experience of the following:-

Applicants with experience of working within an EYFS/Nursery or Pre school environment and/or
Experience of working with children with SEMH needs, within a resource provision or special needs school would be highly advantageous.
To support pupils with high levels of SEND
Supporting pupils at the earliest stages of learning English as a second language or language acquisition
Delivering small group interventions
Working with professionals from agencies beyond the school e.g. Outreach Services
A sound understanding of phonics
Knowledge of an additional language would be welcomed.

Please note the essential requirements for this post include:-
NVQ Level 3 - Teaching Assistant or equivalent
GCSE Grade C in English and Maths or equivalent
Previous experience in a Primary educational setting supporting learners in and beyond the classroom
A high standard of oral and written communication skills in English
Ability to relate well to children, parents and staff

Bevois Town is committed to safeguarding the children at our school. This post is covered by the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (exceptions) order 1975 because it is a post which involves working directly with young people. If shortlisted for interview, you will be required to declare whether you have any criminal convictions (or cautions or bind overs) including those which are "spent".

The successful candidate(s) will also be required to undertake a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check, before commencing employment and an overseas check if there is any period of time spent living or working outside of the UK.

If you would like to find out more about our school and feel you could contribute to ensuring Bevois Town Primary School continues to improve and make a positive difference to all our learners, please contact Lucy Davis lucy.davis@bevoistown.co.uk or visit our website for an application and information pack.

Interview Date: Wednesday, 5th November

https://careers.southampton.gov.uk/vacancy/teaching-and-play-assistant-bevois-town-primary-school-597870.html

Recruitment Information

• Prior to interview, the school will seek references for all shortlisted candidates. 
• We will undertake an 'online presence' check for all shortlisted candidates (in line with KCSIE 2023) - including social media and wider google searches.
• Shortlisted candidates will be asked for social media handles to support us in narrowing these searches. Any concerns will be addressed with candidates.
• Prior to an offer of employment, an enhanced DBS check will be undertaken.