Teaching Assistant - St Edwards CE Academy, Cheddleton

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Job summary

St Edward’s Academy is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team. The successful candidate will work closely within a supportive educational environment, promote student learning, and uphold the school's Christian values. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and a fulfilling role in the community.

Benefits

Staff discounts for childcare

Supportive working environment

Professional growth opportunities

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Skills in fulfilling roles and responsibilities.
• Ability to uphold school values and maintain high expectations.

Responsibilities

• Support learning and development of children.
• Liaise proactively with families and community partners.

Skills

Commitment

Flexibility

Resilience

Positive attitude

Job description

VACANCY

Teaching Assistant – Teaching and Learning

(Occasional Cover) Level 3

Grade 4 (SCP 5-6)

Full time equivalent £24,790-£25,183; Pro rata £10,690-£10,860

16 hours per week, Mon - Fri, 10.00am - 1.15pm and 11.30am - 2.45pm

Permanent, whole year contract

Start Date: 1^st September 2025

The Principal and Local Academy Council of St Edward’s Academy, Cheddleton (Hollow Lane, Cheddleton, Staffordshire, ST13 7HP), are looking to appoint an experienced and enthusiastic candidate to work well within our dedicated team and community.

St Edward’s is part of a supportive and forward-thinking academy trust (Staffordshire University Academy Trust).

Our village school is within the Staffordshire Moorlands. St Edward’s emphasizes high expectations and outcomes in all that we do. We are committed to enabling all adults and children, without exception, to flourish and succeed in all aspects of life and learning.

Our parents and local community support our belief that by ‘learning and caring together…’ they will flourish in the courts of our God’ (Psalm 92:13). Our children are taught to live and learn within our school values and demonstrate this through their exemplary behaviour and attitudes to learning.

We are looking for someone who:

• has the skills and is committed to fulfilling their roles and responsibilities;
• is positive, solution-focused, flexible, and resilient;
• works within all aspects of our policies and procedures;
• proactively liaises with families and community partners;
• supports our Christian vision and upholds our school values;
• maintains high expectations of themselves and others.

We can offer you:

• An Academy Trust, Principal, Local Academy Council, and staff who are committed to common goals and outcomes;
• a coaching model that nurtures and facilitates professional growth and aspiration;
• a commitment to reducing unnecessary workload and promoting wellbeing initiatives;
• a calm and happy working environment where respect is expected and demonstrated at all times;
• a research-based CPD and coaching programme for all;
• a supportive working environment where everyone is valued;
• a child-centered ethos in all we do;
• Substantial staff discounts for childcare in Brambles – our wraparound club.

Visits to see our school are encouraged. You are invited to join us on Monday 23^rd June 2025. Please contact the school office at [e-mail] or call 01538 714840 to arrange a visit or ask questions about the position.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, download and complete the support staff application form and supporting documentation, then submit them to [e-mail]. CVs will NOT be accepted.

Closing date: 9.00am on Thursday 26^th June 2025

Interview/recruitment day: Monday 7^th July 2025

St Edward’s Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. This position requires a criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Shortlisted candidates will complete a self-declaration regarding their criminal record and safeguarding suitability. It is an offense to apply if you are barred from regulated activity. The school’s Safeguarding Policy is available on our website. We may keep your details for future roles unless you request otherwise.