Teaching & Learning Assistant (Maple Court Academy)

WMJobs; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

On-site parking

Staff gym membership discount

Meal allowance

Cyclescheme

Job summary

Maple Court Academy in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a Teaching and Learning Assistant to support pupils in an inclusive and supportive environment. This fixed-term role runs until 31 August 2027 and is term time, 30 hours per week.

The post carries Level 4 pay (£18,451 to £19,343) and requires clear spoken English to communicate with staff, pupils and the public. The academy is part of the Alpha Academies Trust and aims to nurture all learners with high expectations.

Qualifications

• The ability to converse at ease with staff, pupils and members of the public in accurate spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning activities in classrooms.
• Assist pupils with learning tasks and behaviour in class.

Skills

Excellent spoken English

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Alpha Academies Trust, Executive Principal: Mrs L Brammer | Required: To Be Confirmed | Teaching and Learning Assistant | Fixed Term until 31st August 2027 | Term Time | 30 hours per week | Level 4, Actual Salary £18,451 to £19,343

Maple Court Academy is seeking to appoint a passionate Teaching and Learning Assistant to work in an inclusive and supportive environment, shaping and supporting the development of our pupils.

Our Academy is a happy and exciting place to be with lots of opportunities. The children are at the heart of everything that we do and the values in our Academy reflect this. We believe that all children have the right to learn in a safe, stimulating and caring environment that is supportive of learning and the development of the whole child. To create this environment, we need the very best people, who we will support to be outstanding practitioners.

The ability to converse at ease with members of the public, including staff and students in accurate spoken English is essential for the post, therefore postholders must be able to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence through the medium of English.

Our Purpose

At Maple Court Academy our purpose is that we are committed to “Encouraging and nurturing the aspirations of all pupils to achieve their dreams.” Maple Court live by five values:

• Moral - Be Kind / Be Positive / Be Respectful
• Adaptable - Learn from mistakes / Try new things / Be fair
• Proud - I am proud of me / I am proud of you
• Learners - Work hard / Challenge myself / Join in
• Enthusiastic - I have shown enthusiasm

Why Maple Court?

Maple Court Academy is an inclusive Primary school in the Bentilee area of Stoke-on-Trent. It has bespoke facilities that support our exciting curriculum. Recent investment has delivered extensive and stimulating new outdoor play and learning areas. The academy has also recently benefited from a significant investment in digital infrastructure.

At Maple Court, we create an environment based upon trust and respect that is a safe, secure and happy place for children to learn, grow and develop.

Every member of staff in our academy is fully committed to ensuring that all children work hard, are well supported, make good progress across the curriculum and develop a core sense of morality. As a result, Maple Academy is an exciting, fun and fulfilling place to work.

The Academy is part of the Alpha Academies Trust which is located in Stoke-on-Trent and consists of two Secondary Academies, four Primary Academies and a Central Team.

Alpha Academies Trust has been established to create a network of Primary and Secondary Academies in North Staffordshire. Our purpose is to deliver a first-class education for every child that overcomes inequality. This means that we recruit outstanding staff and make their professional development a number one priority.

The Benefits Of Working For Our Trust

• The Trust offers a benefits package which includes a local government pension scheme, Staffordshire Pension Fund, discounted gym membership for on-site gyms and a 25% discount at Nuffield Health Stoke Fitness & Wellbeing Gym, free on-site parking, subsidised meals and a Cyclescheme.
• We also offer an Employee Assistance Programme through Life and Progress including counselling services to ensure that our staff are looked after and supported.
• Alpha Academies Trust are committed to staff development and all staff are encouraged to be members of the Chartered College of Teaching. This is financed by the Trust and colleagues are encouraged to access their resources and embark upon their qualifications.