ETA (Educational Teaching Assistant)

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Ravensthorpe CE (VC) Junior School in Dewsbury is seeking an enthusiastic Educational Teaching Assistant to support teachers and pupils across the school. You will help create a positive learning environment, support individuals and small groups, and contribute to the school's inclusive and welcoming ethos.

The successful candidate will share high expectations, have a genuine passion for helping children to succeed, and work closely with staff to enable pupils to reach their full potential

Qualifications

• Supports individual pupils and groups to foster learning.
• Assists teachers in delivering planned activities and classroom routines.
• Supports positive behaviour and inclusive practice in lessons.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers with daily classroom activities and prepare materials.
• Work with pupils in small groups to reinforce learning and provide targeted support.
• Help create a safe, welcoming environment that encourages pupil engagement.

Skills

Classroom support

Student engagement

Team collaboration

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you passionate about supporting children to achieve their very best? Ravensthorpe CE (VC) Junior School is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Educational Teaching Assistant (ETA) to join our vibrant and welcoming school community.

We are a four-form entry school at the heart of an ethnically and religiously diverse community and we are incredibly proud of what our pupils achieve during their time with us, as shown in our excellent SATs results. In our most recent Ofsted inspection (February 2023), we were graded Good, with inspectors noting: 'Pupils are safe and happy at this friendly, welcoming school. Their conduct is exemplary in lessons and around school.'

As a highly inclusive church school, spirituality underpins everything we do – our values, our culture, and our commitment to nurturing every child and staff member to reach their full potential. The Headteacher and Governors are seeking to appoint an inspiring ETA to work closely with teachers and other staff. You will provide support for individual pupils and groups of children, helping to create a positive learning environment where every child can succeed. The successful candidate will have high expectations, a positive attitude and a genuine passion for supporting children to succeed. You will play an important role in helping our pupils thrive both academically and personally within our caring school environment.

What the school offers its staff

What we can offer you:

• A Church school at the heart of our diverse community – where spirituality and values shape everything we do
• Motivated and enthusiastic children who genuinely love coming to school and are eager to learn
• Supportive parents who work in partnership with us to help every child thrive
• An attractive, stimulating and well-resourced environment where teaching and learning flourish
• A strong commitment to professional development opportunities for all staff members – because when our team grows, our children flourish

Ready to find out more?

We would love to meet you! Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged – come and experience our friendly atmosphere for yourself. More information can be found on our school website, www.ravensthorpejuniorschool.co.uk.

If you'd like further information about the role or to arrange a visit, please contact our Business Manager, Natalie Stalmach, on 01924 907082.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.