Teaching Assistant with Midday Assistant responsibilities

Shorefields; Friendly (MD); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading primary academy is seeking a Teaching Assistant with Midday Assistant responsibilities to join their dedicated team. The role is permanent, part-time, requiring 32.5 hours work per week, focusing on supporting children with diverse needs. Ideal candidates will possess relevant experience and qualifications, ensuring a positive impact on children's learning. Join a community committed to inclusivity and professional growth, with various benefits to support your career.

Benefits

Generous Annual Leave

Professional Development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Employee discounts

Well-being support

Qualifications

• At least one year's experience of working with children in primary age range.
• Paediatric first aid qualification (desirable).
• Experience in a friendly, busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Support children during learning activities.
• Assist with midday supervision and care.
• Build relationships with children and staff in a team-oriented environment.

Skills

Child safeguarding

Behaviour management

Effective relationship building

Education

Level 2 qualification in play work/childcare

Job description

Teaching Assistant with Midday Assistant responsibilities

Job Ref No. ECC0-129S Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: NJC England & Wales SCP 3 –SCP 4(£24,027- £24,404)

Position Start Date: 01/09/2025 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 30/06/2025 Midnight Date of Interviews: TBC with shortlisted candidates

At Newhall Primary Academy we inspire children to believe in themselves and each other. We create a safe, happy and inclusive environment that encourages independence, resilience and learning. Together we are curious and creative. We are committed to working in partnership with our community and teach our children to be respectful citizens, preparing them for the challenge and opportunities of our future world. Our children are kind and enthusiastic - they love to learn.

Newhall Primary Academy is a welcoming school and we are currently seeking a Learning Support Assistant & Midday Assistant to provide help and support to our amazing children. We are looking for successful individual to work 32.5 hours per week on a permanent basis to start in September 2025.

·Learning Support Assistant: 30 hours per week

·Midday Assistant:2.5 hours per week

In particular, successful applicants should have:

·At least one years experience of working with children in the primary age range

·Experience of working with children in a friendly, busy environment

·An understanding of children with SEN needs

·Level 2 qualification in play work/childcare

·Paediatric first aid qualification (desirable)

·Knowledge of child safeguarding procedures

You should:

·Have the ability to build effective relationships with students, parents and other staff

·The ability to relate in a firm and friendly way with a wide range of personalities

·The ability to use initiative

·Be willing to undertake direction and guidance

·Have a good understanding of behaviour management strategies

·Be able to work as part of a team

The ideal candidate will:

• Have high expectations and believe every child can achieve
• Make learning irresistible, effective and inclusive
• Be excited about ongoing professional development, being a lifelong learner
• Actively contribute to the wider life of the school
• Have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work well as part of a team

We offer a range of benefits to support your career and well-being:

• Generous Annual Leave: healthy work-life balance.
• Professional Development: Access diverse CPD and training opportunities to grow your skills.
• Flexible & Family-Friendly: We are committed to supporting flexible working and requests will be considered on an individual basis, including options such as part time, term-time, home working, and other options that work for both the employee and the Trust.
• Exclusive Discounts: Benefit from Blue Light Card offers and employee perks.
• Well-being Support: Receive comprehensive well-being and employee assistance for you and your family.

Join REAch2 for a rewarding career with great benefits!
For further information about the role come and visit our school! To book your visit or for an informal discussion, please contact the school office. School visits are encouraged but are by appointment only.

Information about the School

Newhall is a new, 2-form, state of the art academy and nursery on the Newhall development in Harlow. The school has been built to accommodate 420 primary children (Reception to Year 6) and 56 nursery children (6 months to 4 years).

Our school and nursery are situated on vast grounds, incorporating sports fields, games courts and play areas. The main building itself offers a fully equipped curriculum kitchen for pupil use, a beautiful library, outbreak areas for interventions, a music and drama room and very well-resourced nursery rooms and primary classrooms.

All our staff have an excellent work ethic and deliver high quality learning opportunities for our polite and eager-to-learn children. We have a caring, family ethos coupled with high expectations and along with the Reach2 Academy Trust, we are able to provide high quality CPD for all who work here.

We look forward to having you join our Newhall family!

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Victoria Edwards
Reach2 Academy Trust
Newhall
Roundhouse Way, Harlow
Essex, CM17 9SF Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

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