Teaching Assistant

Leigh Academies Trust; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Leigh Academy Bearsted is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant for EYFS, starting September 2024. This permanent role offers opportunities for professional development in a supportive setting. Candidates need relevant experience and qualifications, enthusiasm for children's needs, and effective communication skills.

Benefits

Continuing professional development opportunities

Supportive staff team

Creative learning environment

Career development within the Trust

Qualifications

• Experience working with primary-aged children.
• High standards of spoken and written English and Mathematics.
• Dedicated to prioritising children's needs.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning and development in EYFS.
• Work as part of a team to create an engaging environment.
• Manage behaviour effectively.

Skills

Effective communication

Behaviour management

Education

Relevant qualifications in EYFS

Job description

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Leigh Academy Bearsted - Teaching Assistant - EYFS

Leigh Academy Bearsted has an exceptional opportunity for a committed, enthusiastic, and passionate Teaching Assistant - EYFS to join us from September 2024. This permanent position offers a salary of £17,160 (£22,714 full-time equivalent) based on 32.5 hours per week, Term Time + 1 week of inset.

The successful candidate will need relevant experience and/or qualifications in EYFS, with high standards of spoken and written English and Mathematics. Effective communication, a friendly manner, initiative, and good behaviour management skills are essential. We offer a supportive environment with development opportunities within the academy and across the wider Trust.

We are looking for someone who:

• is dedicated to the job and prioritises children's needs
• has experience working with primary-aged children
• is resilient and solution-focused
• works well as part of a team

In return, we offer:

• An inspiring and supportive staff team
• Continuing professional development opportunities
• An engaging, creative learning environment
• Career development within Leigh Academies Trust

We encourage referrals; if you know a great Teaching Assistant interested in opportunities with Leigh Academies Trust, refer them for a chance to receive £100 as a 'thank you'.

Following an Ofsted visit in January 2023, Leigh Academy Bearsted was rated as 'outstanding', with highlights including:

• Ongoing professional development for staff
• Bespoke, ambitious curriculum
• Nursery and Reception Years recognized as beacons of excellence

Leigh Academy Bearsted opened in September 2020, currently serving Nursery, Reception, and Years 1-5, with plans to grow to full capacity of 420 pupils R-6 and 24 in Nursery.

Our curriculum is enriched by the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP), fostering independent, inquiry-led learning aligned with the National Curriculum and Early Years Foundation Stage.

We are committed to providing a safe, caring environment where children can take risks, develop social, emotional, and academic skills, and take pride in their achievements. Our approach emphasizes strong partnerships, inquiry-led learning, and holistic development, including Wrap Around Care.

The ideal candidate will be passionate, reflective, proactive, caring, and flexible, with good communication skills. Key training will be provided, and a positive, team-oriented attitude is essential.

Being part of Leigh Academies Trust

As of September 2024, our Trust comprises 33 academies, educating over 24,000 students with 4,000 staff. Nearly half of our academies are rated 'Outstanding'. We offer collaboration opportunities, professional development, and career progression.

Safeguarding and Equality

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare, with rigorous recruitment processes including DBS checks and references. We value diversity and are dedicated to equality in employment practices.