Teaching Assistant (TA) – Fixed Term
SEND experience desirable
32.4 hours per week, term time only
Fixed term until August 2023
Band 4 SCP3-4 actual salary £15,197
Horton Grange Primary School is a 3 form entry primary school for children aged 2-11 years, which has an excellent reputation within the local and wider community. We have a positive OFSTED report, which graded the school as outstanding in all areas, for the second time in 2020. We have an excellent track record of supporting staff in developing their careers.
Horton Grange Primary School joined Exceed Academies Trust on 1 December 2016. As one of 3 founding schools, we have been an integral part in establishing and developing the Multi Academy Trust into the successful and highly regarded organisation it is today.
Exceed Academies Trust believe that successful schools develop their own identity and individuality and are best placed to meet their own community’s needs. We believe that partnership working, the sharing of good practice and being outward facing as an organisation supports our aims and leads to outstanding results.
An opportunity has arisen for a Teaching Assistant post within Horton Grange Primary School and the successful candidate will be required to support with the delivery of high quality teaching and learning.
The successful candidate will:
- Be educated to GCSE grade C or above (or equivalent) in English & Maths
- Have previous experience in a similar role
- Be committed to raising standards
- Be able to motivate and inspire children, staff, parents and Governors
- Have the ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Be someone who can create an atmosphere in which children can thrive and succeed
- Have excellent interpersonal skills
- Have experience of working with children with SEND (desirable)
- Hold a valid first aid certificate if you are an Early Years Practitioner who qualified after June 2016
- Speak fluent English to an appropriate standard, in line with the Immigration Act 2016.
We offer:
- A dedicated and experienced staff team, supported by the Trust, Governors and parents
- Enthusiastic, confident and well-behaved children
- An opportunity to make a significant contribution to our school
- An opportunity to further your professional development
- An opportunity to work in a forward-thinking school
Prospective applicants are welcome to visit the school by prior arrangement.
Application forms and further details are available from the school.
Exceed Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Candidates will be subject to related online content checks, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check as well as successful completion of a probationary period.
Please state which role you are applying for on your application.
Please complete an application form, which can be found on our school website or our Trust website at www.exceedacademiestrust.co.uk.
Please note, we do not accept CVs.
Closing date: 31 January 2023 @ 12pm
Interviews: 9 February 2023
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Salary: £15,197.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 16/03/2023
