Teaching Assistant (Level 2)
Lansdowne Infant Academy, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 2REThis job expired on 19 April 2024 – see similar jobs
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
19 April 2024 at 9am
Date listed
20 March 2024
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years
Working pattern
- Full time: 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks, Term Time plus INSET days
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £23,500 - £24,293 FTE (DFT Grade 2), Actual: £18,012.12 - £18,619.94 for term-time hours
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant who really cares about helping children to succeed.
We are looking for someone who is kind, reliable and has a passion for working in the classroom, as well as someone who is enthusiastic and builds rapport well with staff and students alike.
To be successful in this role, you will have a good knowledge of current practices on the best ways to support children’s learning and behaviour.You will also need a good understanding of areas of literacy, numeracy and science. You will hold an NVQ level 3 for Teaching Assistants or be able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge, skills, and experience.
An ideal position if you are considering a career in teaching. It will give you an opportunity to see different teaching and learning styles as well as experience and appreciate wider school life. You will have the ability to attend the de Ferrers Trust 'Teacher Training Seminars'.
What the school offers its staff
Vision & Aims – The de Ferrers Trust
The de Ferrers Trust is a Multi Academy Trust comprising three Secondary Academies and four Primary Academies, currently based in Staffordshire and Derbyshire.
Our vision is to ensure the children and young people in our care have the opportunity to fulfil their potential through achieving highly, regardless of their ability or background. We aim to achieve this vision through:
- Delivering a high-quality education
- Recruiting, developing and retaining high-calibre members of staff
- Establishing and developing robust governance
- Ensuring financial probity and viability
- Developing a highly efficient Trust infrastructure and central services
- Establishing effective systems to support the sustainable growth of the Trust
CPD
The Trust believes that professional development is key to being successful and offers excellent opportunities for colleagues to grow and achieve. We provide tailored CPD, mentoring, strong support and a range of developmental opportunities across the Trust.
In Return
We strive to be an Employer of Choice and are committed to the wellbeing and development of our colleagues. You will join a supportive, warm and friendly community and enjoy an excellent benefits package, which includes:
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Employee assistance programme
- Discounted gym membership
- BHSF healthcare scheme
- Eyecare voucher scheme
Further details about the role
Prospective applicants are welcome to visit, and this can be arranged by telephoning 01283 247925.
If you would like to discuss the role or have any other queries, please call 01283 247925 and ask to speak to Helen Cotton, Office Manager.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
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About Lansdowne Infant Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 7
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 172 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 7
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Lansdowne Infant Academy website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- careers@deferrerstrust.com
- Phone number
- 01283 247920
At Lansdowne Infants, we believe in working hard, being kind and choosing wisely. We are privileged to work in a community where we have a positive impact on children’s lives and futures every day.
At our school, you can expect an enthusiastic and talented team who are passionate about our vision: to ensure that all the children and young people in our care have the opportunity to fulfil their potential through achieving highly, regardless of their ability or background.
The Trust believes that professional development is key to successful employees and offers excellent opportunities for you to grow and achieve. We provide tailored Continuing Professional Development, mentoring, support and a range of development opportunities across the Trust.
Arranging a visit to Lansdowne Infant Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email careers@deferrerstrust.com.
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