TEACHING ASSISTANT & MTA

Witheridge Church of England Primary Academy, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 8AH

25 days remaining to apply

Job start date
1 September 2024
Closing date
21 August 2024 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
16 July 2024

Job details

Job role: Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern: Part time, term time: 17.5 HPW (08:45AM -12:30PM MONDAY TO FRIDAY MORNINGS ONLY) | 5 HPW (12:30-1:30PM MONDAY – FRIDAY)
Contract type: Fixed term - 1 Year
Pay scale: B and A

What skills and experience we're looking for

The appointed person will work in close partnership with the class teacher and will help to support pupils to engage with their learning. In-service training will be provided where appropriate.

We are committed to your professional development and offer extensive training opportunities, including Continuous Professional Development (CPD):Access to training sessions, workshops, and courses to enhance your skills and career prospects within the trust. You will also receive ongoing guidance and support from experienced mentors to help you grow in your role and develop your skills.

In addition to the Teaching Assistant hours, there are 5 further hours available worked over 5 lunchtimes per week (12:30pm – 13:30pm per day) as a Mealtime Assistant at Grade A (£11.60 per hour). The post holder will engage with pupils during the lunch time break to provide a safe and enjoyable experience for them.

What the school offers its staff

Witheridge C of E Academy is a wonderful primary school situated in the beautiful North Devon countryside near Tiverton. They are a caring and happy school with a passion for children's learning and well-being. As a small school they are able to personalise the learning every child receives and offer an enriching curriculum. Witheridge C of E Academy currently has just over 100 pupils who are inspired by high quality teaching coupled with excellent facilities.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team where you will be valued, welcomed, and supported within a friendly staff environment. Additional benefits include, Membership of a generous pension scheme (TP/ LGPS). Access to Medigold Occupational Health who provide our employees with a range of free health and wellbeing benefits including access to Thrive; a mental wellbeing app. Free Seasonal Flu Vaccinations, Cycle to work, a Competitive Salary, Wellbeing and Long Service days.

Further details about the role

TEAM Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all its staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A DBS check will be undertaken and references taken up before interview. All shortlisted candidates are subject to a pre-employment online search prior to interview.

An application form should be fully completed; we do not accept CV’s.

We actively welcome visits to our schools. Should you have any further questions or wish to arrange a visit, please make contact with Witheridge C of E Academy Head of School, Lucy Ratcliffe, via lratcliffe@witheridge.devon.sch.uk

Full details and application form can be found on our website www.teamacademytrust.com

Application should be hand delivered, posted or emailed to Sam Stobbs, via vacancies@team-mat.org.uk