EYFS Teaching Assistant Level 3 at Reedswood E-ACT Academy

Reedswood E-ACT Academy; Walsall; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

E-ACT Reedswood Academy is seeking an EYFS Teaching Assistant to join our reception team. You will work closely with the class teacher to provide a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where every child can reach their full potential.

Requirements include a TA3 qualification or relevant experience, GCSE Maths and English at grade C or equivalent, and experience in an Early Years or primary setting. This 32.5-hour per week role is term-time (39 weeks), fixed-term to 31 August 2027, with

Qualifications

• TA3 qualification or relevant experience
• GCSE Maths and English minimum grade C or equivalent
• Experience of working with children in a primary school setting
• Experience of working with children with a wide variety of educational needs
• Ruth Miskin Phonics experience - this would be an advantage, but is not essential.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment, in accordance with lesson plans and assist with the display of pupils' work.
• Assist with the implementation of individual Education/Behaviour plans and Personal Care programs as agreed with the teacher.
• Establish constructive relationships with pupils and interact with them according to individual needs.
• Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher.
• Support pupils in social and emotional well-being, reporting problems to the teacher as appropriate.

Education

TA3 qualification or relevant experience

GCSE Maths and English minimum grade C or equivalent

Experience of working with children in a primary school setting

Experience of working with children with a wide variety of educational needs

Ruth Miskin Phonics experience

Job description

About this Role

Job Title: EYFS Teaching Assistant

E-ACT Reedswood academy | To Inspire, To Achieve

At E-ACTReedswood Academy, we aim to inspire and achieve. With a focus on igniting apassion for learning and supporting students to reach their full potential, wecreate an environment where success is attainable for all.

Join ourcommunity dedicated to excellence andaspiration: https://reedswoodacademy.e-act.org.uk

Want tomake a difference to young people?

Are youready to embark on a rewarding journey within an educational community thatvalues diversity, encourages collaboration, and celebrates excellence?

We are looking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Level3 Teaching Assistant to join our team at Reedswood, supporting children in our Receptionclass.

The successful candidate will have experience working withinan Early Years setting and a genuine passion for supporting young children tolearn, develop and thrive. You will work closely with the class teacher toprovide a nurturing, stimulating and inclusive learning environment where everychild can reach their full potential.

Keyresponsibilities:

• Create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportiveenvironment, in accordance with lesson plans and assist with the display ofpupils' work.
• Assist with the implementation of individualEducation/Behaviour plans and Personal Care programs as agreed with theteacher.
• Establish constructive relationships with pupils andinteract with them according to individual needs.
• Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage inactivities led by the teacher.
• Support pupils in social and emotional well-being,reporting problems to the teacher as appropriate.

Pay range:

NJC SCP 9-17 £21,749.73 - £24,757.28 (Starting at SCP 9)

(FTE: £28,153.00 - £32,046.00)

32.5 hours per week, term time only 39 weeks per year.

Fixed Term until 31st August 2027.

Qualificationsand Skills:

• TA3 qualification or relevant experience
• GCSE Maths and English minimum grade C or equivalent
• Relevant educational experience supporting a child/childrenin a primary school setting
• Experience of working with children who have a wide varietyof educational needs
• Has Ruth Miskin Phonics experience - this would be anadvantage, but is not essential.

What are we about?

Join a trust that is going places!

At E-ACT, we believe everychild deserves opportunity. Our 'Opening Minds, Opening Doors' strategy breaksdown barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership,collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-firstculture, and ensure every voice is heard.

We are proudto lead system-wide change both locally and national - providing sector-widesupport while transforming futures. Our achievements are recognised throughwinning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National SchoolAwards, and also the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024. E-ACT is recognised forshaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birminghamacademies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs,in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour, atestament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive forexcellence.

With 37 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible.We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. Wedon't just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive.

Want to bea part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk

Benefits:

Financial and Lifestyle

We offer a strong financial packageincluding access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life coverat three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-roundemployees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promotinghealthy and sustainable commuting.

Professional Growth andDevelopment

We invest heavily in staffdevelopment through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities.Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point payscale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfillingfull responsibilities.

Culture and Wellbeing

Our people-first culture valuesevery colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a freeEmployee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice.Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collectivesuccess.

Please look at our 'Work for Us' page andRecruitment Pack for more information.

E-ACT is committed tosafeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults,and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service(DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E-ACT is also committedto promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing communitycohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.