1:1 Teaching Assistant
Lea Forest Primary Academy, Birmingham, B33 9RD19 days remaining to apply
Start date details
ASAP
Closing date
10 February 2025 at 3:11pm
Date listed
20 January 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary
- £22300.0000 - £23700.0000 per annum
1:1 Teaching Assistant job summary
Salary: NCJ point 2 - 3 + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (WMPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits
Hours: Part time, 20 hours per week (8.30-12.30)
Location: Lea Forest Primary Academy, Hurstcroft Rd, Birmingham B33 9RD
Contract type: Fixed term contract until the end of July (with the possibility of extension)
Start date: Feb 2025
A rare opportunity to work in one of the highest regarded primary schools in the Midlands
Your new school
Lea Forest Primary Academy is part of Lift Schools, a MAT of 57 schools with 10 in the Midlands, which allows you access to the best training programmes available as well as more internal opportunities. Lea Forest have an incredible reputation and are an 'outstanding' primary school where Ofsted recognised ''leaders have created an impressive school environment that focuses on supporting pupils excellent academic achievements'' and where ''pupils work hard, are keen to learn and achieve exceptionally well''. If you really want to make a difference to the lives of young people in a thriving school and share our passion for engaging students in learning and inspiring them to achieve then we would love to hear from you.
Your new role
We are looking for a warm and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our friendly team and work in partnership with teachers to improve the learning and attainment of students while also promoting their independence, self-esteem and social inclusion. The role provides support to students so that they can access the curriculum, participate in learning and experience a sense of achievement. This role is vital in supporting our students and helping them achieve their potential. The role will primarily focus on supporting learning within our advanced provision setting. Responsibilities will typically encompass supporting instruction in Mathematics and English, as well as delivering targeted interventions.
What you'll need to succeed
You will have a L3 Teaching Assistant apprenticeship or equivalent or willingness to work towards this qualification with an understanding of a range of pupil's learning needs, including SEN needs. You will have patience in interactions with a variety of students and situations, with a calm demeanour and have empathy to understand the needs and challenges of students and be able to relate to them on a personal level. You will also be somebody who can engage and enthuse students to want to learn.
We offer you:
Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.
Our partnership with One World powers our innovative Instructional Excellence Program. We also offer a comprehensive range of CPD programs, including Ambition Institute's Early Career and NPQ offerings, tailored to both individual and network needs.
Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.
This is a part time (20 hours) fixed term contract until the end of July with the possibility of extension.
Closing date: Monday 3rd February 2025
Please apply for the role as soon as possible, we will be reviewing applications as they are submitted and reserve the right to close early.
Interview: Monday 10th February 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
Lift Schools is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
Commitment to safeguarding
Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs are not accepted.
About Lea Forest Primary Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 559 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Lea Forest Primary Academy website (opens in new tab)
Lea Forest is a leading school in Birmingham which has recently been graded OUTSTANDING in all areas by Ofsted. It is a school with an enriched, relevant, engaging and innovative curriculum enabling children to uncover a world of possibilities - inspiring each and every child to reach true academic brilliance. By embracing the role that Lea Forest plays within the wider community fostering positive partnerships with parents in and beyond the walls of the school - into the streets, into the town and far beyond - the school ensures children can live remarkable lives.
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