Teaching Assistant

St Peter; Leicester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A friendly primary school in Leicester is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant with EYFS experience. The role involves creating a vibrant learning environment and supporting children in a caring atmosphere. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, creative, and committed to maintaining high standards in education.

Benefits

Employee discount schemes

Healthcare benefits

Access to training and development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• EYFS experience required.
• Good knowledge of the National Curriculum is essential.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training.

Responsibilities

• Support the school in developing a stimulating learning environment.
• Foster positive relationships with children of all ages.
• Make learning fun and support the child-focused ethos.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Creativity

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Job description

Hours: 30 hours per week Term Time + 1 week INSET

St Peter’s is a small (but perfectly formed!), friendly school with a supportive staff team. We are seeking a Teaching Assistant with EYFS experience to join our school community.

We are looking for people who:

• Are enthusiastic, creative and highly motivated

• Have a good knowledge of the National Curriculum

• Can provide a stimulating environment for learning and quality teaching

• Are able to support the school to continue to develop and improve.

• Are able to foster positive relationships with children of all ages

• Can communicate at all levels, with good interpersonal skills and a sense of humour (very important!)

• Are willing to undertake any relevant training

• Make learning fun and support our caring, child-focused ethos

We can offer:

• A happy, supportive and motivated team with a shared vision

• Access to training and development that will meet individual teacher needs as you begin your career.

• Welcoming children who take enormous pride in their achievements

• A friendly working environment

• A range of employee discount schemes (Wider Wallet, Cycle to Work, Wider Tech, Peer to Peer eCards, Blue light card, Discounts for Teachers, Ode Cashback card, Teacher Perks, Costco, Will writing, Childcare)

• Healthcare benefits (Benenden Health, Medicash)

Closing date for applications: Thursday 26th June 2025 @ 11:00pm

Interviews to be held: W/C 30th June 2025

References will be requested for all shortlisted applicants before interview.

Applications will only be accepted on the form provided and CVs or other forms of application will not be considered.

The post is considered to be regulated activity and as such subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check. Additionally, applicants are to be aware that an overseas criminal record check, or certificate of good behaviour, will be required before appointment, from candidates who have lived overseas for a period of 3 months or more (including aggregated time), aged 16 or over in the previous 10 years.

Safeguarding Statement

Embrace Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of our commitment to safeguarding, enhanced DBS checks and barred list checks will be undertaken for all successful applicants prior to appointment and all shortlisted applicants will be subject to online searches as part of due diligence checks. We believe that all individuals are of equal value and we are committed to equal opportunities for all, ensuring equality of opportunity in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Embrace Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of our commitment to safeguarding, enhanced DBS checks and barred list checks will be undertaken for all successful applicants prior to appointment and all shortlisted applicants will be subject to online searches as part of due diligence checks. We believe that all individuals are of equal value and we are committed to equal opportunities for all, ensuring equality of opportunity in line with the Equality Act 2010.

St Peter's CofE Primary School Whetstone

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