Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Ermine Street Church Academy; Little Stukeley; In loco; GBP 14.000 - 17.000; Part-time

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CPD opportunities

Career progression within GraceSchools

Health & wellbeing support

Cycle to Work Scheme

Eyecare vouchers

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Ermine Street Church Academy in Little Stukeley is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support learning and pupil development across the school. You will help provide high-quality teaching support, safeguarding, and build positive relationships with pupils, families and staff.

We offer a permanent contract, 25.5 hours per week over 39 weeks per year, with pro-rata pay around £15,578 and progression within Grace Schools.

Competenze

• GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4 or above or equivalent.
• NVQ Level 2 in supporting teaching and learning or equivalent.
• Experience of working with children and/or as a Teaching Assistant.
• Principles and practices of high-quality teaching and learning.
• Ability to build effective relationships with colleagues, parents/carers and community.
• High levels of adaptability and flexibility.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people.

Mansioni

• Assess the needs of pupils and use detailed knowledge and skills to support pupils' learning.
• Establish productive working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations.
• Support pupils consistently whilst recognising and responding to their individual needs.
• Encourage pupils to interact and work co-operatively with others and engage all pupils in activities.
• Organise and manage appropriate learning environments and resources.

Conoscenze

GCSE Maths

GCSE English

NVQ Level 2 in supporting teaching and

Formazione

GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4)

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Title: Teaching Assistant

Ermine Street Church Academy, part of Grace Schools

At Ermine Street Church Academy we are committed to creating the foundations to build successful futures. We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team and play a key role in ensuring high quality teaching and learning for all pupils across the school.

Find out more about our school by visiting:

Key responsibilities:

• Assess the needs of pupils and use detailed knowledge and skills to support pupils' learning
• Establish productive working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations
• Support pupils consistently whilst recognising and responding to their individual needs
• Encourage pupils to interact and work co-operatively with others and engage all pupils in activities
• Organise and manage appropriate learning environments and resources

Pay, Hours and Contract:

• Points 5-6 (FTE £26,427 - £26,847)
• Approx. £15,578 pro-rata
• 25.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
• Permanent contract

Qualifications and skills:

• A minimum qualification of GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4 (previously Grade C) or above, or an equivalent qualification
• NVQ Level 2 in supporting teaching and learning or equivalent
• Have experience of working with children and/or as a Teaching Assistant
• Principles and practices of high-quality teaching and learning
• Ability to build effective relationships with colleagues, parents/carers and members of the community
• High levels of adaptability and flexibility
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

About Grace Schools

It is an exciting time to join us as we move into the next era of the Trust as The Diocese of Ely Multi-Academy Trust (DEMAT) becomes Grace Schools.

Grace Schools represents our commitment to the founding principles established by the Diocese of Ely and the unique position we have supporting church schools.

We are a large multi-academy trust which consists of 38 primary academies and approximately 7,000 pupils. Grace Schools exists to create the foundations to build successful futures. Our pupils deserve educational excellence, and we are committed to delivering that entitlement to ensure all our students secure the knowledge, confidence, and expertise to succeed in their later lives.

We recognise the importance of continually improving the quality of education across our schools. As a result, we invest in developing our curriculum, teaching, and wider provision to ensure these improvements are realised and sustained. Our schools give children the chance to learn, know and lead in a happy and inclusive environment. Most importantly, we provide them with a firm foundation for the future and the opportunity to succeed.

We are especially proud of the recognition given to the Trust when we were awarded MAT of the Year at the 2024 National Schools Awards. This award is testament to the hard work and dedication of our whole staff team and the high-quality provision they offer to all the children who attend our schools.

Please visit our website to find out more: www.graceschools.org.uk

Benefits

Professional Development & Career Growth

• Exceptional CPD opportunities, including subject leadership development, professional networks and buddying opportunities
• Career progression opportunities within the school and across the wider family of Grace Schools

Health & Wellbeing

• A supportive working environment within a Trust that understands the importance of employee health and wellbeing
• 24/7 Access to our Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice
• GP 24/7 service and access to an online health and wellbeing hub
• Annual flu vaccinations

Financial & Lifestyle Benefits

• Generous pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to eyecare vouchers

Inclusive & Supportive Culture

• A welcoming and supportive workplace culture
• Inclusive policies and practices that aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment

Closing Date: Sunday 29 November, midnight

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a suitable number of internal or external applications

Interview date: To be confirmed

Grace Schools is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.

We do not discriminate against staff based on age, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religious or political belief or affiliation, trade union membership, gender, gender reassignment, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, disability, socio-economic background or any other inappropriate distinction or characteristic covered by the Equality Act 2010.