Teaching Assistant

Esteem Multi-Academy Trust; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS Pension Scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Westfield Health membership

CPD platform

My Money Matters Financial Wellbeing

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Job summary

The Fountains High School, part of Esteem Multi-Academy Trust, is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team. The role involves assisting teachers, supporting pupils' learning, wellbeing and independence, and contributing to a nurturing, inclusive environment.

This term-time contract is 37 hours per week, with inset days included; we offer a LGPS pension, generous holiday entitlement, access to CPD, health membership schemes and financial wellbeing support.

Qualifications

• Supporting pupils' learning, wellbeing and independence in collaboration with teachers and specialists.
• A safeguarding focus and commitment to welfare of children and young people is essential.
• Appropriate to join a nurturing, inclusive school environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with classroom activities and pupil support.
• Support pupils' learning, wellbeing and independence on a day-to-day basis.

Job description

Job Title: Teaching Assistant

Location: The Fountains High School

Grade/Scale: Support

Contract: 37 hours per week, term time only (including inset days)

Fountains High School is a successful and nurturing special school committed to providing outstanding education and support for young people with a wide range of additional needs. We pride ourselves on creating a safe, inclusive and aspirational environment where every pupil is valued, encouraged and supported to reach their full potential.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and other professionals to support pupils' learning, wellbeing and independence, helping to make a positive difference to their education and everyday lives. A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is essential.

Please see the attached Application pack including a Welcome from The Head Teacher and more information about The Fountains High School and Esteem MAT.

Please review the attached Job Description to learn more about the role and what we are looking for in the successful candidate.

Benefits Include:

• LGPS Pension Scheme (16.6% employer contributions)
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Access to Westfield Health membership scheme including cashback schemes for health and retail benefits, discounted gym memberships, and free confidential advice.
• Access to National College CPD platform.
• Access to My Money Matters Financial Wellbeing Platform
• Enhanced Maternity Pay

For further information, please contact Harriette Lyon (School Business Manager) on [e-mail]

We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates upon application and may close the application process prior to this date

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status.

Perfectionis not required, if you are excited by the role and our organisation, but not sure if you meet 100% of the criteria, we would still love to hear from you!