About This Role
Come and be part of our brilliant support staff community!
Do you have a passion for Early Years Education and experience of working in this phase? Are you committed to creating a nurturing, creative learning environment which values children as individuals? Do you have the drive, ambition and determination to secure the best possible outcomes for our pupils? Do you want to work in a forward thinking and aspirational school? If so, we would love to hear from you!
We have a wonderful opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated and supportive team, based at Ormiston Cliff Park Primary Academy. This position will be primarily based within our fantastic new Nursery provision, where the successful candidate will work alongside our experienced Early Years Practitioners, supported by our Academy EYFS Lead. This is a temporary position for the duration of the summer term initially until 31 August 2025.
Starting from 22 April, this position is offered working 32.5 hours per week, term time plus 1 week (39 working weeks per year).
About Us
Pupils and staff are at the heart of Ormiston Cliff Park Primary Academy and we are committed to providing all with a vast range of opportunities. We are a vibrant, forward thinking staff team, who share the highest expectations for our pupils and are committed to helping our pupils achieve their very best. Joining the academy, all members of staff have access to staff development and the opportunity to shape the future of the academy. We expect the best from our staff, and in return we offer a fantastic place to work and the chance to make a difference.
Why work for Ormiston Academies Trust? Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more
Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset.
We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, you can be sure of a role with purpose and meaning.
Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…
* The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive.
* Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve.
* Being part of a team and community where you belong – receiving bespoke and holistic support from a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities.
* A supportive environment to grow your career – an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits.
About You
You will have a genuine passion and belief in the potential of every child and be able to relate to children and adults within the learning environment and be versatile, resilient and able to adapt your practice wherever necessary to support children of all ages.
Our Ideal Candidate Will Have
* Experience of the EYFS curriculum and working in an Early Years environment.
* An understanding of early language development and the vital role that this plays in children’s development.
* A flexible approach and the ability to use own initiative as required.
* The ability to work effectively within a team to support and create high quality learning experiences to enable children to meet their full potential.
* Good literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE or ‘O’ Level grade C or equivalent).
* Experience of supporting pupils with additional needs and adapting learning opportunities.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Awareness and experience of safeguarding pupils in an EYFS setting.
In Return We Can Offer You
* A dedicated and supportive staff team who are passionate about Early Years education.
* A fantastic, recently developed and purpose-built setting which has been richly resourced.
* A supportive community where education is valued by all.
* Engaged and enthusiastic pupils who are 'proud to belong' to our academy and enjoy learning in a stimulating environment.
* A forward thinking, proactive Trust and leadership team that is dedicated to the success of its pupils and staff.
* A firm commitment to continued professional development for all staff.
If you believe you have the skills, energy and experience this post requires, we would be delighted to hear from you. Your application should include a section explaining your interest in this post and why your qualifications, professional experience and knowledge, professional expertise and personal attributes are relevant to this appointment.
Visits to the academy are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the school office via email; office@ocppa.co.uk
Closing Date for applications is 19 March 2025, however we may interview and appoint earlier and therefore suggest candidates submit their application as soon as possible.
Ormiston Cliff Park Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.
All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974. #J-18808-Ljbffr