Teaching Assistant

Paxton Academy Sports And Science; London Borough of Croydon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Paxton Academy Sports And Science in London is seeking ambitious teaching assistants to support pupils’ learning alongside teaching staff. You will help promote positive behaviour, assist in planning, delivery and evaluation of teaching activities and contribute to literacy and numeracy development.

The role offers strong CPD and career opportunities within the Wandle Learning Trust, with an emphasis on professional growth and impactful work with students.

Qualifications

• Strong literacy and numeracy skills essential.
• Ability to build positive relationships and communicate effectively with children.
• Organised, good at planning and a team player.
• Recognised qualification in child development.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils’ learning activities alongside teachers.
• Promote positive behaviour and contribute to classroom management.
• Assist with planning, delivery and evaluation of teaching and learning activities.

Skills

Literacy support

Numeracy support

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Education

Child development qualification

Job description

At Paxton we have been on an incredible school improvement journey over the last three years. We have joined the Wandle Learning Trust, appointed a new leadership team, moved into a stunning purpose-built building complete with sports and science facilities and recently achieved an Ofsted outcome of good with outstanding leadership. The school has now transformed into a rapidly improving, forward-thinking school where pupils come first and attainment and progress is above national averages.

We are seeking ambitious, inspiring, career-minded teaching assistants looking for fantastic CPD and career opportunities, to grow with us.

Working alongside teachers you will help support pupils’ learning activities, promoting positive behaviour at all times. You will also contribute to the planning, delivery and evaluation of teaching and learning activities and support the literacy and numeracy development of pupils.

Strong literacy and numeracy skills are essential along with the ability to build positive relationships and to communicate effectively with children. You will be organised, good at planning and able to work constructively as part of a team. Ideally you will also have a recognised qualification in child development.

As part of the Wandle Learning Trust, that includes our sector-leading teacher and curriculum development arm, Wandle Learning Partnership, you will have opportunities to develop your career in education and make a positive impact on the outcomes for children.

Our new building is situated in the heart of our community and you can see it for yourself by viewing our video Explore Paxton Academy! - YouTube. You are also welcome to arrange a visit by contacting the school office on 020 8683 2308.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

The Wandle Learning Trust values the diversity of our students and is proud to inspire them through representative teaching and support staff. We aim to select all staff on merit, irrespective of race, sex, disability, age, gender reassignment, sexuality or other protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

The Academy welcomes applications from disabled candidates. If you have a disability, please indicate any adjustments we might make when applying in order to ensure that the shortlisting process is fair and meets your needs.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. CVs are not accepted.