Teaching Assistant (Spanish Speaking)
Job introduction
The Bilingual Primary School is an innovative, growing school looking for talented individuals with a passion for bilingual education to join our dynamic team.
We are looking for a bilingual Teaching Assistant fluent in English and Spanish to support in class teaching the National Curriculum in English and also offer the unique opportunity for children to hear and learn Spanish from native level or fluent Spanish speakers. Teaching assistants provide support in both the English and Spanish curriculum and therefore it is essential that applicants are fully fluent in both languages.
Start date: As soon as possible
Contract: Fixed term to 31 August 2022
Hours worked: 30 hours per week
Role B, Spinal Point 9
Actual Starting Salary: £15,637
Paid weeks per year: 47.15 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)
Closing Date: Thursday 30th March (midnight) 2023
Interview Date: Wednesday 18th April 2023
We are looking for a Specialist Bilingual Teaching Assistant fluent in Spanish to support teachers in class with the teaching of our Spanish literacy programme and other subjects taught in English or Spanish.
As well as daily in-class support and duties, the role will involve supporting planning, preparation and assessment; working alongside teachers to develop their use of Spanish in the classroom. The role will also include occasionally covering teachers for short term absences.
About the role
The Bilingual Primary School is an innovative, growing school looking for talented individuals with a passion for bilingual education to join our dynamic team. Applicants are encouraged from applicants with Early years’ experience as well as experience working with older children.
We are looking for a bilingual Teaching Assistant fluent in English and Spanish to support in class teaching the National Curriculum in English and also offer the unique opportunity for children to hear and learn Spanish from native level or fluent Spanish speakers. Teaching assistants provide support in both the English and Spanish curriculum and therefore it is essential that applicants are fully fluent in both languages.
We are looking for someone who loves working with children and:
∙ Is fluent in both Spanish and English (spoken and written);
∙ Has experience of working with primary age children in a school or other educational setting;
∙ Works exceptionally well with other people and values team work;
∙ Is able to work as directed and uses initiative when needed;
∙ Can adapt quickly to change and enjoys a challenge
We reserve the right to interview before the closing date should the right candidate apply so please apply early.
The governors of our school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will need to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS.
Apply now!
Please note that we only accept electronic application and do not accept CVs. Please email your completed application form to info@bilingualprimaryschool.org.uk
For further information or a visit to the school please call 01273 916212
Website: https://bilingualprimaryschool.org.uk/
Additional information
Company information
Brighton & Hove City Council is advertising on behalf of the school and is not the employer in this case.
Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.