Are you a passionate professional ready to build your future?Do you want to work in a supportive environment where your skills and contributions are valued?Join us!At Futura Learning Partnership, we are committed to creating an environment where every employee - whether in teaching, support, or leadership - can flourish. We strive to attract, develop, and retain the very best talent by creating a culture that values professional development, wellbeing, and inclusion.
Your Role in Building Brighter FuturesAs a Teaching Assistant at Saltford C of E Primary School you will play a key role in contributing to the delivery of Futura’s mission statement of “Building the brightest future for all, enabling every individual to flourish”. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about living our values and making a positive impact on all the young people in our Trust.
As a Teaching Assistant you will be providing:Support for Pupils:Supervise and support pupils to ensure their safety and access to learning.Build constructive relationships with pupils, acting as a role model.Encourage the inclusion and participation of all pupils.Support pupils based on their individual needs, promoting their independence and self-esteem.Assist in the use of ICT in learning activities and help develop pupils' competence in its use.Monitor and evaluate pupils’ progress and provide feedback to the teacher.Promote cooperative learning, ensuring that pupils interact and engage with one another.Support for Teachers:Assist in developing and implementing Individual Education/Behaviour Plans.Establish relationships with external agencies to support the achievement and progress of pupils.Supervise the class when the teacher works with small groups of children.Support the teacher in planning, evaluating, and adjusting lessons.Communicate effectively with parents and carers, providing updates on pupil progress.Provide administrative support including producing worksheets and maintaining classroom displays.Support for the Curriculum:Contribute to the delivery of national learning strategies, including literacy and numeracy.Support skills development through a variety of learning activities.Prepare and maintain classroom resources, both general and specialist.Support for the School:Supervise pupils during out-of-class activities, such as lunchtimes and trips.Administer routine tests and invigilate exams.Ensure that health and safety guidelines are followed. What You’ll Bring to FuturaWe are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support the educational and development needs of pupils in our primary school. Working under the supervision of the class teacher and/or SENCO, you will assist in the organisation and maintenance of classroom resources, contribute to the welfare and safety of pupils, and engage in supporting children’s learning activities. The role is crucial in promoting an inclusive learning environment and fostering the development of all pupils, including those with additional needs. Essential Qualifications & Experience:Good standard of education, with at least 5 GCSEs (including English and Maths, grade C or above).Minimum of 2 years' experience supporting pupils in a classroom setting, ideally with experience in supporting children with additional needs.Understanding of child development, learning processes, and barriers to learning.Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage with both pupils and adults.Strong IT skills and the ability to use technology to support learning.Desirable Qualifications & Experience:NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent.Qualified First Aider.Experience of contributing to pupil reviews and reports, such as EHC plans or PSPs.Personal Attributes:A collaborative team player, with a commitment to continuous professional development.Strong integrity and a commitment to safeguarding the welfare of children.A proactive and innovative approach to supporting pupil achievement.Demonstrated commitment to the values of Respect, Opportunity, Collaboration, and Aspiration.Demonstrates a passion for creating a supportive and inclusive environment for all members of our school community.Aligns with our trust-wide values by bringing a positive, collaborative approach to their work and a willingness to continuously develop professionally. What We Offer to Support Your GrowthProfessional Growth: Continuous Professional Development (CPD), inset days, rotation and secondment opportunities, and leadership succession programmes.Wellbeing Support: Initiatives like ‘Wellbeing Moments,’ flexible working arrangements, and access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for mental health support.Comprehensive Benefits: Generous defined pension schemes, Health Cash-back Plan (covering dentist, physiotherapy appointments etc.), and multiple retail discount schemes.Sustainability Commitment: Reducing our carbon footprint through our Climate and Nature initiatives across all schools.Inclusive Culture: A collaborative environment where diversity is celebrated, helping staff bring their best selves to work and thrive in their roles. Application Deadline: 23:58 on 31/01/2025Interviews are likely to be held soon thereafter.PLEASE NOTE: Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement.Futura Learning Partnership is Committed to Safeguarding:Futura Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Your suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. For this post, prior to appointment Futura Learning Partnership will apply for a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring check, a Children’s Barred list check, two satisfactory references, one of which must be from your existing/most recent employer and completed by a Headteacher/appropriate senior manager/HR Lead, satisfactory pre-employment health screening, online searches and for Teachers, a Prohibition Check in relation to the children’s workforce. In some settings a Declaration will be required in order to meet our obligations under the ‘Disqualification under the Childcare Act 2006.Equal Opportunities:At Futura Learning Partnership, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated, and everyone is treated fairly. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to supporting our staff to achieve their full potential.