Teaching Assistant at Fairfield Academy in Grimsby

Teaching Assistant at Fairfield Academy in Grimsby

Grimsby Full-Time No working from home possible
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About this Role

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be partof our success then we want to hear from you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-classeducation and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth ofopportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom tocultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our localcommunities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition andunlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our youngpeople with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence tobecome outstanding citizens.

About the role

We are seeking an individual to work with children acrossthe school, including those with SEND to make sure that they are appropriatelysupported. We are looking for someone that promotes the inclusion of allpupils, ensuring that they have equal access to opportunities to learn anddevelop.

About our Academy

Fairfield Academy is a warm and welcoming primary schoolbased in Scartho near Grimsby, offering a world-class education for childrenaged 3-11, with a dedicated nursery and early years provision.

At our school, we set extremely high standards for ourpupils where learning is a high priority. We expect them to take pride in theirbehaviour, their attitudes to learning and uniform. We encourage children tofoster positive relationships with each other through our academy values, to bekind and courteous, and develop lively and enquiring minds. We want ourchildren to enjoy learning and develop an understanding of the world aroundthem whilst highlighting the importance of aspirations and achievement.

As part of the David Ross Education Trust, we provide a widerange of opportunities and experiences for our children. We offer an excitingrange of enrichment opportunities varying from the Arts to Sporting activities.

Salary & Benefits

  • NJC 4 : Β£26,016pa FTE (Β£20,072.61pa pro rata) : 32.5 hours per week, term time only
  • Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
  • CPD including Knowledge Development Courses
  • Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
  • Commitment to employee Health and Well-being including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
  • Awards and Recognition Scheme
  • Flexible working patterns
  • Benefits Platform: Holiday discounts, cinema tickets, restaurant booking discounts and Cycle to Work Scheme.

What we are looking for

  • Level 2 or Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
  • Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education, or other relevant qualifications in childcare
  • GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English or equivalent level of competency
  • Experience of working with relevant age groups within a learning environment
  • Experience of working with children with SEND
  • Honesty and Integrity.
  • Team working skills and someone who would be a positive role model to our pupils.

Early applications are advised. We receive highnumbers of applications for our roles and therefore must close the vacancyprior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against ourjob criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunityemployer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutuallysupportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants andstaff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential.We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protectedcharacteristics.

Risk managementis everyone's responsibility: comply with policies and procedures, and promptlyescalate issues, incidents and concerns to management.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed tosafeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must bewilling to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social mediapresence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will beexpected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policiesand procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with"Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.

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Contact Details:

Fairfield Academy Recruitment Team