Posted: 17/01/2025 - Application Deadline: 03/02/2025
Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Salary: NCJ point 2 - 3 + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (WMPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits
Hours: Part time, 20 hours per week (8.30-12.30)
Location: Lea Forest Primary Academy, Hurstcroft Rd, Birmingham B33 9RD
Contract type: Fixed term contract until the end of July (with the possibility of extension)
Start date: Feb 2025
Your new school
Lea Forest Primary Academy is part of Lift Schools, a MAT of 57 schools with 10 in the Midlands, which allows you access to the best training programmes available as well as more internal opportunities. Lea Forest has an incredible reputation and is an ‘outstanding’ primary school where Ofsted recognised that leaders have created an impressive school environment that focuses on supporting pupils' excellent academic achievements. If you really want to make a difference in the lives of young people in a thriving school and share our passion for engaging students in learning and inspiring them to achieve, then we would love to hear from you.
Your new role
We are looking for a warm and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our friendly team and work in partnership with teachers to improve the learning and attainment of students while also promoting their independence, self-esteem, and social inclusion. The role provides support to students so that they can access the curriculum, participate in learning, and experience a sense of achievement. This role is vital in supporting our students and helping them achieve their potential. The role will primarily focus on supporting learning within our advanced provision setting. Responsibilities will typically encompass supporting instruction in Mathematics and English, as well as delivering targeted interventions.
What you’ll need to succeed
You will have a L3 Teaching Assistant apprenticeship or equivalent or willingness to work towards this qualification with an understanding of a range of pupil’s learning needs, including SEN needs. You will have patience in interactions with a variety of students and situations, with a calm demeanor and have empathy to understand the needs and challenges of students and be able to relate to them on a personal level. You will also be somebody who can engage and enthuse students to want to learn.
We offer you:
Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career. Our partnership with One World powers our innovative Instructional Excellence Program. We also offer a comprehensive range of CPD programs, including Ambition Institute's Early Career and NPQ offerings, tailored to both individual and network needs.
Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.
This is a part-time (20 hours) fixed term contract until the end of July with the possibility of extension.
Closing date: Monday 3rd February 2025
Please apply for the role as soon as possible; we will be reviewing applications as they are submitted and reserve the right to close early.
Interview: Monday 10th February 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. Lift Schools is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time, and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
We are a Disability Confident Employer, and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
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