training and education
Safeguarding,Prevent
Are you ready to be a vital part of a school that thrives on curiosity, collaboration, and making a real difference? We are a highly-rated academy in Plymouth, Devon, searching for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant team. If you're passionate about nurturing young minds and fostering a love for learning in children aged 3-11, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
At our school, we're not just an educational institution; we're a community committed to building confidence and providing wide-ranging opportunities for every child. As part of a larger Learning Academies Trust, we are continually evolving, always striving to "build the conditions for staff and pupils to embrace learning opportunities and connect their insights to real-world scenarios." Come be a part of our exciting journey!
Why Choose Us?
- Impactful Role: Directly contribute to the success and well-being of our incredible primary-aged learners.
- Supportive Environment: Join a collaborative and welcoming team where your contributions are highly valued.
- Professional Growth: Benefit from opportunities for professional development, access to valuable resources, and ongoing training within a large and forward-thinking trust.
- Highly-Rated School: Work in an academy with a recent "Good" Ofsted rating across all areas, showcasing our commitment to excellence.
- Competitive Rewards: Enjoy a competitive salary based on your experience and qualifications.
- Full-Time Stability: This is a full-time position offering consistent engagement within our dynamic school.
What You'll Bring:
We're looking for someone with a genuine passion for working with children, an eagerness to learn, and a positive, can-do attitude.
Essential Qualities:
- A deep-seated passion for working with children.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - you'll be interacting with students, teachers, and parents.
- The ability to work seamlessly as part of a team, supporting and collaborating with colleagues.
- A crucial willingness to learn and adapt to the diverse and ever-evolving needs of our students.
Desirable Experience & Qualifications:
- Relevant experience working with primary-aged children (though not essential, it will be highly regarded).
- A relevant qualification, such as a Teaching Assistant qualification, or other related experience.
Your Impact as a Teaching Assistant:
You will be an integral part of the classroom, directly supporting both our teachers and our pupils. Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing tailored support to the classroom teacher to enhance learning experiences.
- Working effectively with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning and provide targeted assistance.
- Assisting with classroom management to maintain a positive and productive learning atmosphere.
- Preparing engaging learning materials and resources.
- Actively contributing to a positive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment for all children.
Ready to ignite curiosity and help young learners flourish?
If you're a dedicated and enthusiastic individual seeking a truly rewarding career in education, we warmly encourage you to apply.
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