Required as soon as possible Teaching Assistant Level 1 (Fixed term contract, one year) Band 1 points 6 to 10 (12,614-14,013 pro-rata)

36.25 hours per week Term Time only plus two weeks (40 weeks) A Teaching Assistant (Level 1) is required to assist the Governors and Headteacher in creating, establishing and delivering a vision for the school to ensure that every child succeeds. The successful candidates will work under the direct instruction of teaching/senior staff, usually in the classroom with the teacher, to support access to learning for pupils/ or an assigned pupil and provide general support to the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom. The school is particularly interested in candidates who can offer a willingness to support and lead extra-curricular activities. The Governing Body and Headteacher are looking for an exceptional professional and are looking to appoint the absolute best in their field. The young people we work with deserve nothing less. Stretford High is a non-selective, 11-16 Co Educational International School. The School is a Specialist Language College, is an outstanding ITT provider (MMU), holds Consultant School Status and works in partnership with Lancashire County Cricket Club and Manchester United Foundation. As an International school, we are committed to ensuring that the young people we have a privilege to work with are prepared for a changing world. To help us to achieve this goal we try to balance academic work with a wide range of extracurricular opportunities and we value sporting and cultural achievement equally. We have a team of dedicated and highly talented professionals, who are committed to high expectations for our learners. We have a commitment to developing student leaders, who are bidding to become the leaders of their generation. Additionally, the School Governing Body is made up of leading local figures and parents who are working hard to ensure the highest quality education for our community. How to Apply Applicants should submit a fully completed application form. Please do not send CVs as these will not be considered. Deadline for applications is noon on Friday 25 October 2013 Post or Email applications are acceptable. All applications should be emailed to hr@stretfordhigh.com or posted for the attention of The Headteacher. Envelopes /email headers should be clearly marked with the post title. Shortlisting and contact for references will take place on Monday 4 November. Interviews are scheduled to commence week beginning 11 November 2013. Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students, therefore references will be sought for shortlisted candidates and the appointment will be made subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

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