At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers and help students thrive in a positive learning environment.
- Company: Join the vibrant team at Thorndown Primary School in St Ives.
- Benefits: Professional development, health assurance, and a supportive work-life balance.
- Other info: Opportunities for mentoring and career growth in a caring community.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while enjoying a fun and engaging workplace.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Teaching Assistant and a passion for education.
The predicted salary is between 25650 - 31350 £ per year.
We have an exciting and rare opportunity to join our happy, thriving and motivated School. We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, imaginative and skilled Teaching Assistant to join us at Thorndown Primary School, which is a spacious and engaging 3 form entry school on the north side of St Ives.
Responsibilities include:
- Working 1:1 with a child helping deliver learning interventions and move the pupil forward.
- Working to meet the needs of small groups.
- Support for the teacher, maintaining class records; promote pupils’ good behaviour and independent learning strategies; create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment.
- Provide targeted support to enhance the learning and improve attainment of pupils.
Our ideal candidate would have:
- Experience of working as a Teaching Assistant previously, especially as a 1:1 TA.
- A passion for teaching and learning and a commitment to working as part of a team to provide a caring and positive learning environment.
- Initiative and the ability to build constructive relationships.
- Good literacy and numeracy skills.
- Flexibility, a positive attitude and a good sense of humour.
In turn we can offer you:
- An exciting school building filled with hard working, well behaved and motivated pupils and staff.
- Opportunities for professional development.
- Mentoring from outstanding colleagues.
- A leadership team and staff who value genuine wellbeing and work life balance.
- Health Assurance including access to a Doctor 24/7, physiotherapy, counselling and numerous support services.
- Pension.
To arrange a visit please contact Mrs Helen Cooper - hcooper@thorndown.cambs.sch.uk or call 01480 375103.
Teaching Assistant employer: Thorndown Primary School
Thorndown Primary School is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and nurturing environment for both staff and students. With a strong emphasis on professional development and wellbeing, our team enjoys access to mentoring from outstanding colleagues and comprehensive health assurance services. Located in the vibrant community of St Ives, we pride ourselves on fostering a positive work culture that values initiative, collaboration, and a good sense of humour.
