Teaching Assistant

🍎📚 Join Our Team as a Teaching Assistant at Wheatfield Primary School! 📚🍎

Start date:  as soon as possible

Hours: 18 hours- 8:45am – 12:10pm (Monday- Friday, 38 weeks per year excluding inset)

Salary: Grade 10, £27,709- 29,071 per annum per annum (Actual Salary based on weeks worked and hours: £11,297.36- £11,852.67 p.a.)

Contract:  Fixed Term until 31/08/2027 pending a review of the staffing establishment

Application Closing Date:  Monday 19th October at midday- We recommend early application as the school reserves the right to close the advert prior to the stated deadline date

Interview Date:  Thursday 22nd October at 9am

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The Role

We are seeking an outstanding, creative, and highly motivated Teaching Assistant (TA) to join our team. The successful candidate will work across the primary phase to support pupils undertaking teacher designated activities in a group or on an individual basis and to assist their learning and development. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic about supporting pupils and wants to be at the forefront of shaping young minds.

The successful candidates will:

✅ Work collaboratively with class teachers and SENCO to support the educational and developmental needs of pupils.

✅ Liaise with teachers, parents, and external professionals to ensure effective support for students

✅ Supervise and support pupils undertaking teacher designated activities in a group or on an individual basis and to assist their learning and development

✅ Work collaboratively with colleagues to support in delivering positive outcomes for all children.

✅ Be willing to become involved and contribute to all aspects of school life.

Please refer to the candidate information pack, under "supporting documents" for more information about the role. ​

Fluency Duty 

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to converse at ease with pupils, parents and other users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

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The Trust and School

Wheatfield Primary School is proud to be a founding member of The Leaf Trust, established in September 2023. The Trust is a family of 17 schools (13 primary, 2 junior and 2 infant) united by a shared commitment to excellence, inclusion and strong community partnerships. Together, we create opportunities for collaboration, professional growth and the sharing of best practice across our schools.

We can offer you:

• A Great Working Environment:  Experience a supportive and motivating workplace with a dedicated and hard-working staff team.
• Professional Growth:  We are committed to staff development and offer excellent CPD opportunities. Staff can also take advantage of various apprenticeship opportunities to enhance their skills and knowledge, allowing for practical experience and personal growth.
• Pathways for Progression:  As part of a network of 17 schools, you'll find numerous opportunities for career advancement and the chance to take on exciting new challenges.
• Employee Wellbeing:  We prioritise your wellbeing through an additional annual Wellbeing Day, active Wellbeing Committees, regular staff voice opportunities, and access to a comprehensive medical support package including physiotherapy, counselling, mental health services and more — all designed to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Financial Benefits:  Enjoy excellent pension scheme, a Cycle to Work scheme and access to a retail discount platform to support your financial wellbeing.

We encourage you to browse our respective websites for more information about Wheatfield Primary School and The Leaf Trust.

School Visits

Visits are encouraged, please refer to the candidate information pack for how to book.

How to Apply

All applicants are advised to refer to the candidate information pack, which includes the job description and specification, before submitting an application. If you feel that your skills and experience match the requirements of this post then please submit an Application Form outlining reasons for applying and suitability for the role. In order to do so, please click the  ‘Fast Apply’  button. Please be advised, in accordance with our Safeguarding Policy, we do not accept CV’s.

If this job isn't quite the perfect fit for you at the moment, why not set up a job alert for The Leaf Trust or the school via Eteach? This way, you'll stay updated on our latest opportunities as soon as they arise. We're always on the lookout for passionate individuals to join our team. Whether it's now or in the future, seize the chance to be part of a supportive community where personal growth and success are celebrated through an unwavering commitment to excellence. Your next fulfilling chapter could be just around the corner!

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Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, particularly those from underrepresented groups, as we strive to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.