Teaching Assistant

Teaching Vacancies; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Thorpe Acre Junior School is seeking a passionate, highly skilled full-time teaching assistant to work with children individually or in small groups, delivering academic, pastoral and behavioural support.

The school is inclusive and SEND-focused, with a supportive team and access to CPD opportunities. The role emphasises safeguarding, professionalism and a calm, caring approach to help every child reach their potential.

Qualifications

• Be committed to safeguarding all children.
• Enjoy working with children; motivating and enthusing them.
• Have a calming and caring manner.
• Have experience of supporting children with SEND in their learning.
• Be committed to raising standards for all groups of children.
• Have excellent communication skills.
• Be able to work as part of our team; flexible and adaptable.
• Be first aid trained/willing to undertake first aid training.

Responsibilities

• Deliver academic, pastoral and behavioural support.
• Work with children individually or in small groups.
• Nurture and inspire pupils to reach their potential.
• Support inclusion for SEND pupils.

Skills

Safeguarding

Motivating children

Calming demeanor

SEND experience

Raising standards

Communication

Team player

First aid training

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Be committed to the safeguarding of all children;
• Enjoy working with children; motivating and enthusing them;
• Have a calming and caring manner;
• Have experience of supporting children with SEND in their learning;
• Be committed to raising standards for all groups of children;
• Have excellent communication skills;
• Be able to work as part of our team; flexible and adaptable;
• Be first aid trained/willing to undertake first aid training.

What the school offers its staff

• Hours: 32.5 hours per week term time only, plus 5 INSET days pro-rated throughout the year;
• A school that is fully dedicated to developing every child to reach their full potential, irrespective of ability;
• The opportunity to work with motivated and friendly children;
• A dedicated and friendly team of professionals who are keen to develop and learn;
• CPD opportunities to grow and develop through mentorship and coaching;

Further details about the role

JOB OVERVIEW:

Thorpe Acre Junior School is looking for a passionate, highly skilled, full-time teaching assistant to work with children, either individually, or as part of small groups, and to deliver academic, pastoral and behavioural support, whilst successfully nurturing and inspiring our children.

We are a vibrant and friendly school, committed to the inclusion of all children, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. Our belief is that with reasonable adjustments children can meet their potential and learn alongside their peers. Our team has a wealth of experience in SEND and support each other well.

WHY CHOOSE US:

Our school is set in a well-connected location, within walking distance of Thorpe Acre Infant School and two secondary schools, and works with the BeSkilled collaborative. You will have the opportunity to work alongside an experienced team and have access to a range of CPD.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and it is expected that staff at the school share this commitment. This post is eligible for a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) (i.e. it involves certain activities in relation to children and/or adults) and is defined as regulated under Part 5 of the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006. Therefore an enhanced DBS check for a regulated activity (including a barred list check) is an essential requirement. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches and additional pre-employment checks.