Parkland Primary School South Wigston 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.,
* 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 support pupils to improve their numeracy and literacy skills through focussed learning activities and more generally across the curriculum.
* To assist with the maintenance of pupil record keeping systems, including recording agreed updates to individual records.
* To lead an extra-curricular activity under the direction of the school but with limited direct supervision.
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.
* 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.
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Our school vision is to provide every child with an outstanding education and high aspirations for their future. At Parkland Primary School we are incredibly passionate about our pupils and believe that every child should have the opportunity to succeed. The children are always at the heart of every decision we make, we have high expectations of them. We pride ourselves on providing a high-quality education and in our strong pastoral support. We aim to instil values in our pupils that provide them with the skills they need to be successful in life.
A role which has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun
* Free car parking
* Annual incremental pay increases with the pay scale range
* A defined benefit pension scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme - EAP
* Employee self-service portal.
* Eyecare voucher scheme.
* Cycle to work scheme
* Retail discounts
* Dental support
* Gym discount
* 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
* Excellent opportunities for personal and career development
* A established Central Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues
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. Please note that interviews for this position may be made earlier than the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applications promptly. Early submission will not only ensure consideration for the position but also increase the likelihood of being invited for an interview. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application. 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. 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.