Teaching Assistant

Hall Park Academy; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction and onboarding

Professional development (CPD)

Personalised appraisal

Recognition of achievements

Job summary

Palterton Primary School, part of Redhill Academy Trust, is inviting a Teaching Assistant to support learners with additional needs. The role is full-time (32.5 hours per week), fixed term, term-time only, with a salary between £22,094.89 and £23,923.66 per annum (FTE £26,141.85–£28,305.58).

We're seeking someone compassionate, committed and passionate about helping young people thrive academically and personally.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, committed and passionate about helping young people thrive academically and personally.
• Resourceful, empathetic, flexible, inspirational and forward thinking.
• Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills; able to inspire and motivate students and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Provide learning support to promote an individual pupil's progress.

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Palterton Primary School

Redhill Academy Trust Pay Scale - Band 7 - Scale Point 32 - 36

Actual salary: £22,094.89 - £23,923.66 per annum (FTE: £26,141.85 - £28,305.58)

32.5 hours per week - Full Time - Fixed Term - Term Time Only

Required As Soon As Possible

Do you want to make a real difference to the lives of young people with additional learning needs?

About You…

This rewarding opportunity is for someone who is compassionate, committed and passionate about helping young people thrive both academically and personally.

We are looking for a teaching assistant to join our inclusive primary school and play a key role in the classroom.

The successful candidate will be resourceful, empathetic, flexible, inspirational and forward thinking.

You will have highly effective interpersonal and communication skills, be able to inspire and motivate students and colleagues to achieve their best and be committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people.

What We Can Offer…

At Palterton Primary School we’re proud to be part of Redhill Academy Trust, a community Trust that values and invests in its people. You can expect:

• A warm welcome and thorough induction
• Supportive teams and professional networks
• High-quality CPD through the Redhill Teaching Hub
• Personalised appraisal via our 'My Contribution' scheme
• Recognition and celebration of your achievements

Our Trust is a regional leader in teacher training and high-quality professional development, delivered through the DfE designated Redhill Teaching Hub. The Redhill College of Leadership and Development offers excellent CPD opportunities and a chance to work alongside colleagues from other high-performing schools in the region.

Explore our full range of staff benefits: Redhill Academy Trust - Why Work For Us?

Why Redhill Academy Trust?

Our mission is simple: Working together to help all our students achieve their best - now and in the future.

We’re proud to serve our communities with high-performing academies that transform lives and opportunities. Learn more: Redhill Academy Trust - Mission & Values

Your role…

As a Teaching Assistant you'll provide learning support to promote an individual pupil’s progress.

Redhill Academy Trust is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS and child barred list checks, candidate online search and successful references.

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