Salary: NJC Grade C - £24,790 - £25,584 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked) Working Pattern: This is a permanent position working 24.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year We are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to join our staff team. We require an individual who is enthusiastic, conscientious, self-motivated and would like to provide a key role in enabling access to learning for our pupils. The role will be initially based in Key Stage 2 and may include supporting children on a 1:1 basis. The successful applicants must show: Enthusiasm to work as part of a team Ability to liaise effectively with colleagues, parents and carers Positive attitude and pride in your work Great organisational skills Flexible approach to work Ability to use initiative Commitment to providing a high quality service Awareness of the importance for confidentiality At St. Mary’s C of E Primary School our curriculum is designed to inspire enthusiasm for learning, to ensure achievement and to support pupil well-being and development. Personal development sits at the heart of all that we do with an emphasis on the curriculum and wider opportunities supporting pupils to be confident, resilient, independent and to develop strength of character. Our curriculum enables us to build strong relationships, celebrate diversity, encourage respect and build a sense of community. It provides and acknowledges success for all children, in all aspects of their development and it recognises, encourages and celebrates all types of talent. All pupils, including the disadvantaged and most vulnerable, are given opportunities to engage with a full curriculum that provides essential knowledge to become educated citizens and succeed in life. This is a permanent position working 24.5 hours per week (5 mornings and 3 afternoons), 39 weeks per year, to start as soon as possible after interview. To apply for this role please submit your application online; your supporting statement should outline your suitability for the post. The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Monday 13th January 2025, interviews will be held on Monday 20th January 2025. All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search. Ventrus Multi Academy Trust require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage. Ventrus Our school is a member of Ventrus, a group of Devon schools that actively collaborate to improve children's outcomes. As a Trust, Ventrus offers excellent career and development opportunities. Ventrus is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an enhanced disclosure is required for this post. Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available here. Our Vision Our vision is to give every child the skills and experiences they need for their next step in life. At St. Mary’s C of E Primary School, we aim to provide a high-quality education that develops children intellectually, socially, morally, physically and spiritually within a Christian environment. Core Values Ventrus believes that our values drive our behaviours which in turn create the culture of an organisation. Our core values are: Compassion Respect Honesty Working With Us Documents