Level 3 Teaching Assistant

St Christophers; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Annual leave

Cycle to work

Eyecare vouchers

Job summary

St Christopher's is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Pre-school Practitioner/Teaching Assistant to join a supportive team dedicated to high quality teaching and learning across the school. The role involves supervising under the Class Teacher, supporting learners including those with SEND or for whom English is not first language, and delivering learning activities to individuals and small groups.

A strong commitment to safeguarding is essential.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4 (or equivalent).
• NVQ Level 2/3 in supporting teaching and learning or equivalent.
• Experience assisting teachers in delivering curriculum in a school setting.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support children under the direction of the Class Teacher.
• Provide specialist support to children with SEND or EAL.
• Deliver learning activities with individuals and small groups.
• Build supportive relationships with pupils, parents and carers.
• Promote inclusion so all pupils access learning tasks.

Skills

Relationship building

Adaptability

Safeguarding

Curriculum support

Child support

Education

GCSE Maths & English 4+

NVQ Level 2/3 in supporting teaching

Job description

At St Christopher's Cevcp School we are committed to creating the foundations to build successful futures. We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Early Years Pre-school Practitioner/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.,

• Under the direction of the Class Teacher, supervise and support children in following a programme or study and/or intervention programme.
• Provide specialist support to children with SEND or where English is not their first language.
• Take responsibility for delivering learning activities with individual pupils and small groups.
• Establish and maintain supportive relationships with individual pupils, small groups and parents/carers to ensure they understand and can achieve the tasks.
• Encourage and promote inclusion in every classroom, ensuring that all pupils can access the learning tasks and activities being delivered.
• A minimum qualification of GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4 (previously Grade C) or above, or an equivalent qualification
• NVQ Level 2/3 in supporting teaching and learning or equivalent
• Experience of assisting teachers in delivering the curriculum and supporting learning in a school setting.
• 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
  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.

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.

Salary and Contract

• Point 7-11 - (£27,274 - 29,071 FTE)
• Approximately £23,643 pro rata
• Working 37.5 hours per week 39 weeks per year
• Permanent, 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