Teaching Assistant (PAR222BC)

Teaching Assistant Year 5/6

Parkland Primary School South Wigston

Salary: Grade 6 Pay Point 9-10 (£25,995 - £26,409 per annum, approximate starting salary of £18,032.83 per annum)

Hours: 30 Hours per week; 39 Weeks per year (Term time plus INSET days)

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 08:40am to 15:10pm with 30 min lunch break

About the Role

Parkland Primary School South Wigston are looking for a caring, experienced and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant for Year 5/6 to work alongside the class teacher to support learning in class and run interventions, to join our team and be a proactive integrated member of the School Staff Team.

As part of your role you will, under the direction of a teacher, support in the learning process and utilize your skills to assist the teacher to create an educational environment in which a pupil's all-round development is achieved.

Why choose Parkland Primary School?

At Parkland Primary we are incredibly passionate about our pupils and believe that every child should have the opportunity to succeed. Our intake is mixed in socio-economic terms with nearly a quarter of the children on free meals. Parents are supportive with regular volunteer helpers in school. Children are always at the heart of every decision we make; we have high expectations of them. We pride ourselves on providing a high-quality education and in our strong pastoral support. We aim to instil values in our pupils that provide them with the skills they need to be successful in life.

• Rated Ofsted ‘Good’ September 2023
• Microsoft Showcase School
• 360 Safe online safety award
• School Games gold award
• PE Quality Mark
• Route to Resilience and Happy Lunch Time accredited
• Renaissance Partner School

“Pupils enjoy their learning and focus well in lessons. They are polite and interact with each other and adults with respect.”- OFSTED

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning, delivery and evaluation of whole class learning activities, including identifying how the pupils can best be supported.
• Work under the supervision of a teacher to plan, deliver and evaluate learning activities for small groups or individual pupils, providing feedback on pupil engagement and their achievement of the desired learning objectives.
• Help prepare, monitor and maintain a safe and secure learning environment in line with the teacher’s lesson plans.
• Promote the development of pupils’ self‑reliance, self‑esteem and emotional resilience.

Qualifications

• NVQ 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent OR Able to demonstrate the ability to meet the STL Level 3 National Occupational Standards relevant to this post.
• Level 2 qualifications in maths/numeracy and English/literacy OR Able to demonstrate competency in literacy and numeracy equivalent to level 2

Experience

• Experience of supporting teaching and learning in a formal setting.

Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledge of child protection and health and safety procedures.
• Ability and willingness to undertake professional development.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Empathy with children and young people.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Professional Growth & Support

• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Access to learning networks and visits to other organisations.
• Supportive leadership and a highly committed team.
• Highly committed and motivated Team.
• A role which has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun.
• A established Central Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues.

Work-Life & Wellbeing Benefits

• Flexible working options.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Defined benefit pension scheme.
• Be an integral member of the team in a vibrant school.
• Create an outstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children.
• Play a significant part in continuing to develop our school.
• Be part of a wider community of Discovery Schools Trust.
• Free childcare.

Additional Perks

• Free parking.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Gym discounts.
• Eyecare vouchers.
• Dental support.
• Retail discounts.
• Annual incremental pay increases within the pay scale.

Equal Opportunities & Accessibility

We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.
Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact hrsupport@discoverytrust.org for support.

Travel and Additional Requirements

Depending on your role, occasional travel between Discovery locations may be required. A valid driving license and appropriate business insurance are necessary, and you will need to provide evidence of these documents.

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding our pupils; therefore, the successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and references.