Teaching Assistant

Laurus Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading educational institution as a Teaching Assistant at Woodford Primary School. In this rewarding Fixed-Term role, you will support pupils with diverse learning needs, enhancing their independence and social inclusion. This position offers professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment, focusing on making a meaningful impact in students' lives.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible arrangements

Work/life balance

Qualifications

• Experience in a school setting is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standards of care and play opportunities for children aged 4 to 11.
• Supervise pupils during lunchtime.

Skills

Understanding of play

Communication

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English (A*-C) or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking a friendly and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our growing team at Woodford Primary School on a Fixed-Term basis. In this rewarding role, you'll support pupils with various learning needs, working alongside teachers to provide one-on-one or small group support, empowering pupils to reach their full potential.

At the Laurus Trust, we offer a cutting-edge SEND provision that positively impacts our young people. We are recruiting caring and dedicated individuals to join our SEND team. You will play a vital role in enhancing pupils' progress while promoting their independence, self-esteem, and social inclusion. We provide professional development opportunities and ensure designated workspaces for staff. Our training in SEND covers whole-school issues and specific team training.

If you'd like to join our Laurus family in a role that makes a difference in pupils' lives, we would love to hear from you.

This position is contracted as Fixed Term, 30 hours per week, Term Time only + 5 days. You will primarily work when the school is open to pupils and will not work during school holidays unless required. You will work for at least 38 weeks annually.

The working pattern is Monday - Friday, 07:30 - 13:30.

Job Purpose: (Please see the Job Description below for more details)

• To provide high standards of care and play opportunities for children aged 4 to 11 in a safe, secure, and stimulating environment.
• To supervise pupils during lunchtime, both in the dining area and on the playground.

Key Skills and Experiences:

• GCSEs in Maths and English (A*-C) or equivalent.
• Understanding of play and creating opportunities for diverse ages and interests.
• Experience in a school setting is advantageous.

Learn more about our benefits and professional development opportunities on our Careers page. We value work/life balance and offer flexible arrangements such as part-time roles, term-time working, job-sharing, and compressed hours.

To apply, please complete the application form by clicking 'Fast apply'. CVs are not accepted to ensure safe recruitment.

Closing date: Monday, 9th June at 9:00 am. We may interview before the closing date.

Woodford Primary School is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We promote a respectful, inclusive culture and welcome applications from under-represented groups, including ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, and religion.