About this role
About the Role:
We are looking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our friendly and supportive primary school. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping children learn, grow and achieve their full potential. Working closely with class teachers and other staff, you will support high-quality teaching and learning, helping to create an engaging, inclusive and nurturing environment where every child can thrive.
Alongside the Teaching Assistant Level 2 role you will support the school's commitment to inclusion as an Inclusion Officer by working alongside the SENDCo and leaders to ensure that all pupils, particularly those who are vulnerable or require additional support, are able to access learning, achieve success and thrive within the school community. The Inclusion Officer will help coordinate and deliver interventions, support families, maintain accurate records and contribute to the effective implementation of SEND, pastoral and behaviour provision across the school.
Key Responsibilities:
Teaching Assistant level 2:
- Support the class teacher in delivering engaging learning activities.- Work with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning.- Encourage pupils to develop confidence, independence and resilience.- Assist in preparing classroom resources and maintaining an organised learning environment.- Support pupils with a range of learning needs, including those with SEND where appropriate.- Promote positive behaviour in line with the school's behaviour policy.- Observe, monitor and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teaching staff.- Supervise pupils during breaktimes, educational visits and other school activities when required.- Help ensure the safety, wellbeing and welfare of all pupils at all times. Inclusion Officer:- SEND support- Behaviour Suppor- Family and Community Engagement- Administration and record keepingPlease refer to attached Job Description and Person Speciication for detailed accountabilities.
Total across both roles: 37 hours, 39 weeks per year, Term Time plus INSET days. (Teaching Assistant Level 2: 18,5 hours and Inclusion Officer: 18,5 hours)
Please note pay grades differ between these roles.
Teaching Assistant Level 2: £11,051.48-£11,405.70 Annually - 18.5 hours, 39 weeks per year, Term Time plus INSET days.
Inclusion Officer: £12,156.93 - £12,969.92 Annually - 18.5 hours, 39 weeks per year, Term Time plus INSET days
Why Work for Affinity?At Affinity, we pride ourselves on being a great place to work, a workplace where everyone belongs, progresses, and thrives. We recognise that our colleagues are our greatest asset, and we are committed to ensuring they feel valued, supported, and empowered.
As a Trust, we are privileged to employ inspirational people who make a positive difference every day. In return, we continually strengthen our offer of a supportive, inclusive, and ambitious working environment, one that promotes mental and physical wellbeing, builds confidence, and fosters pride across our organisation.
Our People StrategyOur People Strategy is built around three core pillars:
Belongs - Equality, Diversity and InclusionWe cultivate an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity, champions equality, and ensures all staff feel respected, valued, and genuinely part of our community.
Progresses - Staff Development and CPDOur Professional Growth Model empowers colleagues to take ownership of their development. Our strong investment in CPD sets us apart and ensures every colleague has the opportunity to grow and succeed.
Thrives - WellbeingWe know that mental and physical wellbeing are essential to feeling supported and performing well. That’s why we place strong emphasis on creating an environment where colleagues feel healthy, valued, and able to thrive.
What are the Benefits of Joining Affinity?Investment in your professional development and CPD through our Professional Growth ModelRemoval of performance-related payA commitment to dignity and respect in the workplaceOpportunities for collaborative working through leadership and staff networksA Trust-wide approach to reducing workloadWellbeing initiatives supported by our Wellbeing Champion NetworkOne dedicated wellbeing day per academic yearIn addition to these core benefits, we also provide an excellent wider package that includes:
Employee Assistance Programme and mental health support servicesAccess to Benenden Health's self-pay private heathcare serviceDiscounted gym membership with Everyone ActiveCycle to Work schemeEye care vouchersFlu vaccination vouchersGenerous pension schemes through Teachers Pensions and the Local Government Pension SchemeAdditional Information:
Please note that we do not hold a sponsorship licence and, therefore, are unable to employ individuals residing outside of the UK or candidates living within the UK who require continued sponsorship to work in the UK.
Please note: Completed applications should be received by 09:00am of the closing date. We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Please ensure to regularly check your junk/spam folder for any correspondence in relation to the progress of your application. Due to the volume of applications we receive, it is not policy to give individual feedback at this stage.
We welcome a broad range of perspectives with a commitment to equality of opportunity by recruiting a diverse workforce, and creating an inclusive environment and a culture of belonging for everyone in Affinity Learning Partnership. Therefore, we encourage applications from underrepresented communities irrespective of age, disability, race, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marriage or civil partnership status, or neurodivergent status. We are happy to make reasonable adjustments wherever possible through the recruitment process should this be required.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.