About this role
Job Title: Teaching Assistant - Level 3
Weeting Church of England Primary School, part of Grace Schools
At Weeting Church of England Primary School we are committed to creating the foundations to build successful futures. We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team and play a key role in ensuring high quality teaching and learning for all pupils across the school.
Find out more about our school by visiting: https://wps.graceschools.org.uk/
Key responsibilities:
Provide cover for teaching and learning of classes in all year groupsUnder the direction of the Class Teacher, supervise and support children in following a programme or study and/or intervention programme.Provide specialist support to children with SEND or where English is not their first language. Take responsibility for delivering learning activities with individual pupils and small groups. Establish and maintain supportive relationships with individual pupils, small groups and parents/carers to ensure they understand and can achieve the tasks. Encourage and promote inclusion in every classroom, ensuring that all pupils can access the learning tasks and activities being delivered. Pay, Hours and Contract:
Point 8 - £27,709 FTEApproximately £8,766 pro rata14 hours per week, 38 weeks per yearTuesday 1.15pm - 3.15pm, Wednesay 8.40am - 3.15pm, Thursday 8.40am - 3.15pmPermanent contractQualifications and skills:
A minimum qualification of GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4 (previously Grade C) or above, or an equivalent qualificationNVQ Level 2/3 in supporting teaching and learning or equivalentExperience of assisting teachers in delivering the curriculum and supporting learning in a school setting, including covering lessons when requiredPrinciples and practices of high quality teaching and learningAbility to build effective relationships with colleagues, parents/carers and members of the communityHigh levels of adaptability and flexibilityCommitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
About Grace Schools
It is an exciting time to join us as we move into the next era of the Trust as The Diocese of Ely Multi-Academy Trust (DEMAT) becomes Grace Schools.
Grace Schools represents our commitment to the founding principles established by the Diocese of Ely and the unique position we have supporting church schools.
We are a large multi-academy trust which consists of 38 primary academies and approximately 7,000 pupils. Grace Schools exists to create the foundations to build successful futures. Our pupils deserve educational excellence, and we are committed to delivering that entitlement to ensure all our students secure the knowledge, confidence, and expertise to succeed in their later lives.
We recognise the importance of continually improving the quality of education across our schools. As a result, we invest in developing our curriculum, teaching, and wider provision to ensure these improvements are realised and sustained. Our schools give children the chance to learn, know and lead in a happy and inclusive environment. Most importantly, we provide them with a firm foundation for the future and the opportunity to succeed.
We are especially proud of the recognition given to the Trust when we were awarded MAT of the Year at the 2024 National Schools Awards. This award is testament to the hard work and dedication of our whole staff team and the high-quality provision they offer to all the children who attend our schools.
Please visit our website to find out more: www.graceschools.org.uk
Benefits
Professional Development & Career Growth
Exceptional CPD opportunities, including subject leadership development, professional networks and buddying opportunitiesCareer progression opportunities within the school and across the wider family of Grace SchoolsHealth & Wellbeing
A supportive working environment within a Trust that understands the importance of employee health and wellbeing24/7 Access to our Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial adviceGP 24/7 service and access to an online health and wellbeing hubAnnual flu vaccinationsFinancial & Lifestyle Benefits
Generous pension scheme and annual leave entitlementCycle to Work SchemeAccess to eyecare vouchersInclusive & Supportive Culture
A welcoming and supportive workplace cultureInclusive policies and practices that aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environmentHow to apply
Please read the recruitment pack before completing your application. All applications must be completed in full on My New Term.
Closing Date: Monday 12 October, midday
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a suitable number of internal or external applications
Interview date: to be confirmed
Grace Schools is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.
We do not discriminate against staff based on age, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religious or political belief or affiliation, trade union membership, gender, gender reassignment, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, disability, socio-economic background or any other inappropriate distinction or characteristic covered by the Equality Act 2010.