Are you passionate about working with children and helping them reach their full potential?
Do you want to work in a school that values inclusion, collaboration, and professional growth?
Join us Join Our Team at Westover Green School
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 EYFS at Westover Green 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.About Westover Green School SchoolLocated in Bridgwater, Somerset, Westover Green Community School is a large mainstream primary school catering to children aged 4 to 11. The school prides itself on offering a broad and inclusive curriculum, striving to meet the needs of all pupils, regardless of age or ability. The on-site Autism Centre provides specialist provision and learning for children with a diagnosis of Autism, reflecting the school's commitment to inclusivity and tailored education.What You’ll Bring to FuturaWe are looking for a passionate Teaching Assistant who:Can build strong, positive relationships with children, acting as a role model and encouraging independence, confidence, and self-esteem.Supports pupils in engaging with learning, both in the classroom and in small groups, adapting to their individual needs and promoting inclusion.Assists in implementing individual education and behaviour plans, helping pupils develop key skills while providing feedback on progress.Works collaboratively with teachers, helping to prepare learning activities, support classroom organisation, and contribute to lesson planning.Communicates effectively with parents, carers, and other professionals to support pupils' development and wellbeing.Supervises pupils during non-classroom activities, including lunchtimes, school trips, and transitions, ensuring their safety and positive engagement.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: 23rd February 2025Interviews are likely to be held w/c 24th February 2025Applicants are encouraged to phone the school to arrange a visit.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.