Teaching Assistant post at Flying High Academy, a primary school within the Flying High Partnership trust, supporting children across the classroom alongside the class teacher. The work covers whole-class support, small groups and one-to-one help for children with additional needs, plus promoting positive behaviour in lessons and at breaktimes. The post sits within a 38‑school primary trust and requires an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Visa sponsorship is not available, and the post starts as soon as possible.
What the job involves
- Support pupils during teacher-led activities, encouraging independence and active participation
- Support the whole class, small groups and 1:1 support for children with additional needs
- Prepare and maintain a positive, engaging classroom environment, including displays and resources
- Promote positive behaviour and support social development during learning and breaktimes
- Build positive relationships with pupils to support their learning, wellbeing and personal development
- Work collaboratively with class teachers, support staff and families to create an inclusive environment
- Maintain confidentiality, uphold safeguarding procedures and model the school's values
Skills & knowledge
- Good literacy and numeracy
- Communicates well and works collaboratively with others
- Follows teacher direction and supports learning confidently
- Values inclusion and believes in every child's potential
- Flexible, dependable and professional, keeping matters confidential
- Understands safeguarding and wellbeing in a school setting
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check
- Satisfactory references
Other
- Enjoys working with children and is passionate about their growth and learning
- Positive, proactive team member
What’s offered
- Extensive, high-quality CPL at every stage of career, including leadership development
- Opportunity to progress across the partnership
- Employee assistance programme offering counselling, financial support and legal advice
- Focus on staff wellbeing and a positive, purposeful culture
- Partnership people principles covering adaptability, recognition, employee voice and inclusivity
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
