Teaching Assistant (BAD29BC)

Badgerbrook Primary School; Whetstone; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Cycle-to-work scheme

Gym discounts

Eyecare vouchers

Dental support

Retail discounts

Annual incremental pay increases

Job summary

Badgerbrook Primary School is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to join our EYFS team. Working 19.5 hours per week term-time, you will support the class teacher with in-class activities and targeted interventions to help pupils achieve their learning goals.

Under the supervision of a teacher you will help plan, deliver and monitor learning, promote pupil wellbeing, and contribute to a positive, safe learning environment in a school that values professional development and staff collaboration.

Qualifications

• NVQ 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent OR STL Level 3 NOS.
• Level 2 qualifications in maths/numeracy and English/literacy OR equivalent literacy/numeracy.
• Experience of supporting teaching and learning in a formal setting.
• Knowledge of child protection and health and safety procedures.
• Ability and willingness to undertake professional development.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Empathy with children and young people.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, delivery and evaluation of whole class learning activities.
• Plan, deliver and evaluate learning activities for small groups or individuals.
• Help prepare, monitor and maintain a safe and secure learning environment.
• Promote the development of pupil's self-reliance, self-esteem and resilience.

Skills

NVQ 3 in STL/Teaching & Learning

Level 2 maths/numeracy

Level 2 English/literacy

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Child protection awareness

Health and safety

Empathy with children

Education

NVQ 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning

STL Level 3 NOS

Job description

Teaching Assistant in EYFS

Badgerbrook Primary School

Salary: Grade 6 Pay Point 9-10 (£25,995 - £26,409 per annum, approximate starting salary of £11,908) * Pending Support Staff Pay Award Uplift*

Hours: Part-time, 19.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (Term-time only)

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Wednesday to Friday, 08:30am-04:00pm

Badgerbrookfollows an Ethic of Excellence, and we strive to be the very best we can be, learning from high quality models and examples. We place great importance on ensuring all staff receive relevant and high-quality professional development to enable them to develop excellence in our pupils. We believe that having high quality school environment, organisation and presentation of pupils’ learning and exemplary behaviour all have an impact on pupil outcomes.

About the Role

Badgerbrook Primary School are looking for a caring, experienced and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to work alongside the class teacher to support learning in class and run interventions, to join our team and be a proactive integrated member of the School Staff Team.

As part of your role you will, under the direction of a teacher, support in the learning process and utilise your skills to assist the teacher to create an educational environment in which a pupil's all-round development is achieved.

Key Responsibilities

• To assist with the planning, delivery and evaluation of whole class learning activities, including identifying how the pupils can best be supported.
• To work under the supervision of a teacher to plan, deliver and evaluate learning activities for small groups or individual pupils, providing feedback on pupil engagement and their achievement of the desired learning objectives.
• To help prepare, monitor and maintain a safe and secure learning environment in line with the teacher’s lesson plans.
• To promote the development of pupil's self-reliance, self-esteem and emotional resilience.

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications

• NVQ 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent OR Able to demonstrate the ability to meet the STL Level 3 National Occupational Standards relevant to this post.
• Level 2 qualifications in maths/numeracy and English/literacy OR Able to demonstrate competency in literacy and numeracy equivalent to level 2

Experience

• Experience of supporting teaching and learning in a formal setting.

Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledge of child protection and health and safety procedures.
• Ability and willingness to undertake professional development.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Empathy with children and young people.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Why Join Us?

Professional Growth & Support

• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Access to learning networks and visits to other organisations.
• Supportive leadership and a highly committed team.
• Highly committed and motivated Team.
• A role which has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun.
• A established Central Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues.

Work-Life & Wellbeing Benefits

• Flexible working options.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Defined benefit pension scheme.
• Be an integral member of the team in a vibrant school.
• Create an outstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children.
• Play a significant part in continuing to develop our school.
• Be part of a wider community of Discovery Schools Trust.
• Free childcare.

Additional Perks

• Free parking.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Gym discounts.
• Eyecare vouchers.
• Dental support.
• Retail discounts.
• Annual incremental pay increases within the pay scale.

Equal Opportunities & Accessibility

We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.
Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact [e-mail] for support.

Depending on your role, occasional travel between Discovery locations may be required. A valid driving license and appropriate business insurance are necessary, and you will need to provide evidence of these documents

More about Discovery Schools Trust

Discovery Schools Trust is dedicated to improving learning and teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence. The needs of all children are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of the school they attend. Teaching and learning excellence are shared through learning networks, sharing of ideas and materials as well as leading practitioners between schools. Discovery has developed a school improvement system which focuses on improving outcomes for all children. It also places staff development, talent management and succession planning at the heart of achieving outstanding organisations.

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding our pupils; therefore, the successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and references.

AI

While we acknowledge the advantages of AI in crafting personal statements for applications, we strongly encourage and expect applicants to personalise and tailor responses. Please note that the Trust may utilise AI checking solutions during the application review process and will be considered when shortlisting.