Teaching Assistant at E-ACT Ilminster Avenue Academy

E-ACT; West of England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme (LGPS or TPS)

Life cover

31 days annual leave

Cycle to Work scheme

CPD opportunities

Job summary

E-ACT Ilminster Academy in Ilminster Avenue (West of England) is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to support pupils across the curriculum and help create a positive, nurturing classroom where every child can thrive.

The role emphasizes strong communication, literacy and numeracy, and the ability to motivate learners. It is a fixed-term post for 32 hours per week over 39 weeks, with a supportive team and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Teaching Assistant qualification desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills.
• Ability to motivate, engage and inspire young learners.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering engaging and effective learning activities across the curriculum.
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning and build confidence.
• Provide targeted support for pupils with additional learning, social, emotional or behavioural needs.
• Assist in creating a positive, inclusive and nurturing classroom environment where all pupils thrive.
• Help monitor and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teachers to inform future learning.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Literacy and numeracy

Motivate learners

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification desirable

Job description

About this Role

Job Title:Teaching Assistant

Join Ilminster Avenue Primary, a vibrant and inclusive academy at the heart of its community, where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential. We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils in their learning and development, helping to create a positive, nurturing environment where children feel valued, inspired and ready to succeed. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a supportive team committed to delivering high-quality education and making a real difference in the lives of young people.

Key responsibilities:

• Support teachers in delivering engaging and effective learning activities across the curriculum.
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning, develop confidence and help pupils achieve their potential.
• Provide targeted support for pupils with additional learning, social, emotional or behavioural needs.
• Assist in creating a positive, inclusive and nurturing classroom environment where all pupils can thrive.
• Help monitor and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teachers to inform future learning.

Pay range:

• SCP 5 -7: £20,416.30 - £21,070.65
• FTE: £26,427.00 - £27,274.00
• 32 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
• Fixed Term until 31/08/2027

Qualifications and Skills:

• Teaching Assistant qualification desirable
• A genuine passion for supporting children to achieve their full potential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents.
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills.
• The ability to motivate, engage and inspire young learners.

E-ACT Ilminster Academy | Enjoy, success, community, responsibility and compassion

AtIlminster Avenue E-ACT Academy, we prioritize enjoyment, success, respect,community, responsibility, and compassion. With a focus on holisticdevelopment, we empower students to excel academically while also fostering asense of belonging and compassion for others.

Join ourinclusive and supportivecommunity: https://ilminsteravenueacademy.e-act.org.uk

Want tomake a difference to young people?

Are youready to embark on a rewarding journey within an educational community thatvalues diversity, encourages collaboration, and celebrates excellence?

What are we about?

Join a trust that is going places!

At E-ACT, we believe everychild deserves opportunity. Our 'Opening Minds, Opening Doors' strategy breaksdown barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership,collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-firstculture, and ensure every voice is heard.

We are proudto lead system-wide change both locally and national - providing sector-widesupport while transforming futures. Our achievements are recognised throughwinning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National SchoolAwards, and also the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024. E-ACT is recognised forshaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birminghamacademies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs,in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour, atestament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive forexcellence.

With 37 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible.We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. Wedon't just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive.

Want to bea part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk

Benefits:

Financial and Lifestyle

We offer a strong financial packageincluding access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life coverat three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-roundemployees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promotinghealthy and sustainable commuting.

Professional Growth and Development

We invest heavily in staffdevelopment through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic UPS progression, a structured 9-point payscale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfillingfull responsibilities.

Culture and Wellbeing

Our people-first culture valuesevery colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a freeEmployee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collectivesuccess.

E-ACT is committed tosafeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults,and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service(DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E-ACT is also committedto promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing communitycohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.