Vacancies at Castleton
KS2 Teaching Assistant
About the Role
As a KS2 Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting teaching and learning within the classroom, delivering high-quality interventions, and fostering a positive, inclusive environment. You will work closely with children, particularly those with SEND, helping them to flourish through engaging and meaningful learning experiences. We are an Opal School, where play is the foundation of learning. In this role, you will embrace the importance of play as a dynamic process that builds understanding, relationships, and confidence.
Key Responsibilities
- Embrace and promote our relational culture by building positive, meaningful connections with children and staff.
- Support teaching and learning in the classroom, delivering high-quality interventions tailored to individual needs.
- Work closely with children with SEND, adapting approaches to ensure all children can access the curriculum.
- Collaborate with teachers and staff to support the school’s ethos and values.
- Contribute to the broader school community, including opportunities for additional hours to support holiday play schemes.
Qualifications and Experience
- Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) highly desirable.
- Maths and English qualifications at grade 4 or above (or equivalent).
- Knowledge and experience of working with children with SEND.
- Understanding of safeguarding and commitment to child protection.
- Ability to deliver targeted interventions that support learning and development.
The Ideal Candidate
- Friendly, approachable, and committed to the best outcomes for every child.
- Passionate about the importance of play in learning and development.
- A strong team player who embodies kindness, courage, and curiosity.
- Excellent communicator with the ability to build positive relationships with children and colleagues.
- Enthusiastic about contributing to a school with a strong ethos and inclusive culture.
Salary
- Salary range: B1-B3, dependent on experience.
Why Join Castleton Primary School?
- Be part of a friendly, approachable team united by a shared goal to support children and the local community.
- Work in a school with a strong ethos and clear values that guide everything we do.
- Support children who are motivated and eager to be the best they can be.
- Benefit from a supportive leadership team and governing body committed to staff development and well-being.
- Enjoy opportunities for additional hours supporting holiday play schemes.
- Join a school where your work truly makes a difference in children’s lives every day.
If you are passionate about supporting children’s learning and development in a nurturing and dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now to become part of Castleton Primary School, where we believe in “being the best we can be” and that anything is possible.
Please click here to find our application formLunchtime Supervisory Assistant
About the Role
As a lunchtime supervisory assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting at lunchtimes. We are an Opal School, where play is the foundation of learning. In this role, you will embrace the importance of play as a dynamic process that builds understanding, relationships, and confidence.
- Key Responsibilities
- Supporting pupils while they eat their lunch
- Ensure standards for healthy eating.
- Lead the children in opal play
- Be responsible for safeguarding and promoting their welfare and following child protection procedures.
Qualifications and Experience
· Appropriate knowledge of first aid is desirable
The Ideal Candidate
- Friendly, approachable, and committed to the best outcomes for every child.
- · Communicate well with children
- · Be willing to be first aid trained
- · Be able to work as part of a team
- · Be polite, kind and respectful
Salary
- Salary range: A1 , dependent on experience.
Why Join Castleton Primary School?
- Be part of a friendly, approachable team united by a shared goal to support children and the local community.
- Work in a school with a strong ethos and clear values that guide everything we do.
- Support children who are motivated and eager to be the best they can be.
- Benefit from a supportive leadership team and governing body committed to staff development and well-being.
- Enjoy opportunities for additional hours supporting holiday play schemes.
- Join a school where your work truly makes a difference in children’s lives every day.
If you are passionate about supporting children’s learning and development in a nurturing and dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now to become part of Castleton Primary School, where we believe in “being the best we can be” and that anything is possible.
Sports Coach
Exciting Opportunity to Inspire and Lead at Castleton Primary School
We are seeking a passionate and qualified Sports Coach to join our dynamic team. This is a key role that will have a direct impact on the health, wellbeing, and development of our children through PE lessons, games, and play leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality PE and games lessons, inspiring children to develop skills and confidence
- Lead engaging before and after school clubs and lunch time activities, offering flexible hours to fit around the school day
- Attend and support out-of-school sports events and competitions
- Collaborate closely with the school’s relational team to support children’s holistic development
- Play a vital role in our OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) initiative, embracing the power of play to enhance learning and wellbeing
- Work collaboratively with parents and the local community to promote active lifestyles
- Maintain a strong commitment to safeguarding and child protection, ensuring a safe environment for all children
- Provide classroom support as a Teaching Assistant when required, contributing to the wider school community
Qualifications and Experience
- Level 5 qualification in sports coaching or equivalent
- Experience teaching games and PE lessons in a school setting
- Proven ability to lead clubs and extracurricular activities
- Strong understanding and commitment to safeguarding and child protection
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team, including collaboration with parents and community partners
Desirable Qualities
- Enthusiasm for promoting play and physical activity as part of children’s development
- Excellent interpersonal skills with children, staff, parents, and community members
- Flexibility and adaptability to support various school activities and needs
- A proactive, positive approach aligned with our core values of kindness, courage, and curiosity
Salary
- Pay scale: Point 7 to 17, commensurate with experience and qualifications
Why Join Castleton Primary School?
- Work within a warm and friendly staff team who are committed to supporting each other
- Become part of a lovely local community with engaged and supportive parents
- Access ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to enhance your skills and career progression
- Thrive in a school with a strong ethos and embedded values that shape every aspect of school life
- Make a meaningful difference in a school dedicated to nurturing every child’s potential and wellbeing
If you are passionate about sport, play, and making a positive impact in children’s lives, Castleton Primary School offers an inspiring and supportive environment for you to grow and succeed.
Apply today and help us empower our children to be “the best we can be.”
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