Southampton City Council
Classroom Play Assistant

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Classroom Play Assistant
About The Role
We are looking for a highly motivated and reliable classroom and play assistant to join our team and work across our partnership. We aim to provide a rich learning experience for all children, encouraging them to become successful learners, confident individuals, and responsible citizens.
As a teaching assistant, your role will be to:
- Inspire our children
- Support them to flourish, achieve, and thrive during their time at school
We desire previous experience, but specific training will be provided for this position.
About Our Partnership
Our partnership consists of six schools:
- 3 community schools
- 2 faith schools
- 1 maintained nursery
- One is designated as a National Support School
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Our Executive Headteacher and Executive Board support other schools in excelling and providing high-quality education. We place a strong emphasis on the needs of every child. Our diversity and richness enhance the educational experiences we offer.
Locations:
- 5 schools across Southampton
- 1 school in the New Forest
Our children benefit from:
- A thoughtful, exciting, and rich curriculum
- Learning through the exploration of key concepts
- Greater understanding of the world they live in
- Active engagement in learning with a growth mindset


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Our team renowned for:
- Collaboration
- Being proactive and reflective
- Dedication to pupils’ learning and welfare
Safeguarding Children
We are committed to:
- Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
- Ensuring all staff and volunteers share this commitment
Role Requirements:
- Work with children and young people
- Applicants must undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check due to this condition
Having a criminal record will not automatically disqualify an applicant. All applications will be considered confidentially, based on the nature of the role and information disclosed.
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