Teaching and Learning Assistant (Etruscan Primary School)

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic Teaching and Learning Assistants to join a vibrant school community. This role offers the chance to support diverse learners and work collaboratively with a dedicated team. Candidates should demonstrate a strong understanding of primary education, child development, and inclusion practices. The school is committed to professional development and fostering a positive learning environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives and thrive in a supportive atmosphere, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive team environment

Engaging school community

Qualifications

• Demonstrate professional standards for Teaching Assistants.
• Knowledge of primary pedagogy and child development required.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom cover during teacher absences.
• Support learning activities under teacher's direction.
• Assess and report on pupil development and progress.

Skills

Knowledge of primary pedagogy

Child development understanding

Classroom management

Inclusion practices

Team collaboration

Positive attitude

Motivation skills

Experience with Key Stage 1 and 2

Education

Relevant qualification for Teaching Assistants

Job description

ETRUSCAN PRIMARY SCHOOL

TEACHING AND LEARNING ASSISTANT

L4 - scl pt 4 - 7 £23,114 - £24,294

32.50 HOURS MON-FRI TERM TIME

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

The governors of Etruscan Primary School, which is part of the Orchard Community Trust, are looking to appoint enthusiastic and committed teaching and learning assistants from June 2025.

We are looking for excellent classroom practitioners to join our proactive team.

Etruscan Primary School is a very special place. We serve a wonderfully diverse community and have a school full of fantastic children.

We will offer the successful candidate:

• A vibrant school community where everyone is valued
• A forward-looking Senior Leadership Team with a passion for improving outcomes for all children
• Enthusiastic children who are keen to learn
• A collaborative, supportive team to work in, both within the school and across the Orchard Community Trust
• Opportunities for professional development

JOB PURPOSE

The successful candidate will:

• Be able to demonstrate the professional standards for Teaching Assistants, relevant qualification or evidence that the qualification is being worked towards.
• Have knowledge and understanding of primary pedagogy and child development
• Be an excellent classroom practitioner, supporting the teacher in the delivery of learning activities
• Be passionate about inclusion
• Be committed to working as part of a team
• Have a positive attitude and a flexible approach
• Have high expectations for themselves and the children in their care
• Be highly motivated, enthusiastic and inspire children to do their best
• Demonstrate skills, knowledge, understanding and experience of Key Stage 1 and 2 as well as Early Years
• Have a caring and friendly personality with a commitment to the happiness, well-being and progress of all at Etruscan Primary School.

KEY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

This role includes responsibilities for:

• Providing classroom cover of up to 3 days during any short-term absence
• Providing learning activities for individuals, groups and whole classes under the professional direction of a qualified teacher.
• Adapting learning programmes to suit the needs of pupils.
• Assess, record and report on development, progress and attainment of pupils as agreed with the teacher.
• Support pupils in social and emotional well-being.

Closing date 06/05/2025

We warmly invite you to visit the school. Please contact [e-mail] to arrange a visit from the 28^th April 2025.

To request a visit to the school, or for an application form and information pack, please email Mrs R Butler (School Operations Manager) at [e-mail] or call on 01782 235711.

Completed application forms should be emailed to Mrs R Butler via email at [e-mail]

or alternatively posted to:

Etruscan Primary School

Dundee Road

Etruria

Stoke-on-Trent

ST1 4BS