The Trustees at Victorious Academies Trust would like to appoint a Teaching Assistant Level 4 at Holden Clough Primary School, Alban’s Avenue, Ashton-Under-Lyne, OL6 8XN.
Holden Clough is a one form entry school with 42 staff and 345 pupils aged between 3 and 11. Holden Clough’s motto is ‘Reaching for the stars’.
To start: Monday 3rd March 2025
Teaching Assistant Level 4 Full-time Salary £30,060-£32,654
This is a permanent, full-time role, 36 hours per week, Term Time Only with an actual salary of £25,724-£27,944 (TMBC Grade F, Points 17-22)
Our Trust’s vision is to support young people to develop the aspiration, motivation and to be successful; we have high ambitions for all young people in our academies and all roles at our Academy are central to ensuring that we work to support this.
Holden Clough Primary School is situated in Ashton-Under-Lyne with a diverse pupil population. Set over two floors within spacious grounds including a wooded area for our forest school provision, Holden Clough is a forward thinking, vibrant school with a strong community ethos.
We are seeking an exceptional Level 4 Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated and supportive team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive support to our pupils, teachers, and the wider school community. As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial part in promoting the inclusion and well-being of all our students.
Key Responsibilities:
Cover classes from reception to year 6 in the absence of the class teacher
Co-ordinate the schools PE & sports provision, sports coaching qualifications would be an advantage
Take a lead role in planning, developing, and organising systems, procedures, and policies
Manage behaviour and promote self-control, independence, and integration
Lead other Teaching Assistants and liaise between managers, teachers, and Teaching Assistants
Co-ordinate lunchtimes ensuring effective supervision and the provision of lunchtime activities for children
We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who:
Has a passion for working with children and a commitment to their well-being
Has the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
Can be creative and flexible in adapting to the needs of the school and its pupils
Has excellent time management and multitasking skills
Has a willingness to undertake continuous professional development
At Holden Clough, we offer a strong sense of community, polite and enthusiastic children, excellent facilities and resources, and a supportive team committed to staff wellbeing and professional development. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our diverse pupil population and contribute to the ongoing success of our school.
If you are an experienced and dedicated Teaching Assistant who shares our passion for education and child development, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role.
Victorious Trust Academy are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The post will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
For more details about the role please see attached Job Description and Person Specification.
For more details about our Trust and our schools please see attached Trust Recruitment Pack.
The proposed timescale for the selection and interview process is as follows:
Applications close at 17:00 on Friday 24th January 2025 although the Trust reserve the right to close the process early if suitable candidates are identified through our selection process
Shortlisting will take place on Monday 27th January 2025
Interviews will take place on Monday 3rd February 2025
Visits to our school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged for Friday 17th January 2025 by getting in touch with us on 0161 330 5248 or, via mail@holdenclough.tameside.sch.uk
If you have any queries about the Trust, the roles or about the completion of the application form please contact Adam Porter, Headteacher on 0161 330 5248 or, via head@holdenclough.tameside.sch.uk or for an informal discussion please call 0161 330 5248. The application form should be completed and returned to us either in hard copy to Holden Clough Primary School, Alban’s Avenue, Ashton-Under-Lyne, OL6 8XN or electronically via e-mail to b.jamieson@holdenclough.tameside.sch.uk.
Victorious Academies Trust has a commitment to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and/or young people. We have robust processes and procedures to reduce risk and continuously promote a positive culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce. The role described involves working with children and/or young people and is subject to Victorious Academies Trust’s Safer Recruitment Process.
All support staff roles within our Trust have a probationary period of three months.
All posts require an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
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Job Description and Person Specification
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