Teaching Assistant

Laurus Trust; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Laurus Trust is seeking a reliable Teaching Assistant to join Gorsey Bank Primary School. This 30 hours/week, term-time-only role offers the chance to gain experience in education and support pupils, including those with additional needs, both indoors and outdoors.

We welcome applicants who are considering a teaching career or already have experience with young people. The Trust highlights flexible arrangements such as part-time roles, term-time working, job-sharing and compressed hours.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a school environment would be advantageous.
• Ability to support learning and inclusion in line with school ethos.

Responsibilities

• To support the learning, personal development and inclusion of pupils in accordance with the ethos and policies of the school.

Skills

Experience in school environment

Support learning and inclusion

Education

GCSE Maths and English (A*-C)

Job description

We are seeking a reliable, enthusiastic, and confident Teaching Assistant to join our team at Gorsey Bank Primary School. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain experience in education, whether you're considering a career in teaching or already have experience working with young people. As a Teaching Assistant, you will be responsible for providing a range of suitable learning and play activities that will enhance teaching and learning for all pupils, including those with additional needs (indoor and outdoor). If you would like to join our Laurus family in a rewarding role that changes the lives of our pupils by empowering them to become the best that they can be then we would love to hear from you. This position is contracted on a 30 hours per week Term Time Only basis. This means you will mainly work when the school is open to pupils and will not need to work during the school holidays unless the contract requires you to do so.

Job Purpose

To support the learning, personal development and inclusion of pupils in accordance with the ethos and policies of the school.

Key Skills and Experience

• Sound educational background including GCSE’s in Maths and English (A*-C) or equivalent.
• Experience working in a school environment would be advantageous.
• Ideally possess prior experience within a similar role.

To learn more about what the Trust offer, including our wide range of employee benefits and access to further professional learning, visit our Careers page. At the Laurus Trust, we value the significance of a healthy work/life balance for our employees. Achieving a better balance can boost motivation and morale, lower stress levels, enhance performance and productivity, and make job opportunities more inclusive. Whenever feasible, we are committed to offering flexible arrangements from the very start, which could include options like part-time roles, term-time working, Job-sharing and compressed hours.

Please note a full application must be submitted as CV’s will unfortunately not be accepted in line with our safer recruitment process. We reserve the right to interview prior to the closing date.

Disability Confident Employer

We value diversity and are committed to equal opportunities. We are an inclusive employer and welcome all applications. Disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria on the person specification will be guaranteed an interview. If you require any reasonable adjustments for an interview, please highlight this to our Recruitment Team in advance.