Teaching Assistant - EYFS

Overview

John Taylor Multi Academy Trust (JTMAT) believes in the power of education to improve lives - and the world. We are seeking to appoint an experienced and enthusiastic school leader to join our evolving organisation. Walton on Trent CofE Primary School is a thriving school at the heart of the local community, providing a vibrant learning experience for every child. Values driven with a focus on providing an environment that prepares pupils to be confident and happy citizens, JTMAT is now starting its search for the next leader of this caring and inclusive school.

We invite you to review the Application Pack here and Trust and school websites for more information before applying. We work hard to create collaboration across the Trust, and the Central Team reside in one of our schools, to remain grounded in school life. We have a strong track record of governance and health and safety, and our schools and Trust enjoy a healthy and stable financial position;

we look to the future with anticipation of further growth and to support those schools already in our family by working together and adding value.

The Trust was founded in 2014, in John Taylor High School - an outstanding secondary school in Barton-Under-Needwood, and the first in Staffordshire to convert to become an Academy. We have grown steadily over time and currently serve 13 infant/primary schools, and 6 secondary schools. In addition, the Staffordshire Research School and John Taylor Teaching School Hub are also key parts of our Trust, having gained a reputation for delivering outstanding professional development and support for teachers across a wide ranging offer.

The mission for the Trust is "We believe in the power of education to improve lives - and the world." We are driven to ensure our communities can realise their true potential through learning.

• Deliver school improvement with a solid track record and expertise across all Key Stages.
• Develop strategies to improve teaching and learning.
• Set the strategic direction of the school in collaboration with the Trust and develop plans for improvements and developments.
• Engage with staff, pupils, Governors and the wider school community.
• Provide leadership, guidance and direction, with the ability to assess and demonstrate outstanding teaching practice.
• Build a high performing team, motivating and challenging where necessary.
• Forge and nurture partnerships for the benefit of the school.

• Strong leadership experience with a track record of delivering school improvement.
• Expertise across all Key Stages and experience of strategies to improve teaching and learning.
• Ability to engage with staff, Governors and the wider school community.
• Commitment to governance, health and safety, and maintaining a healthy and stable financial position for the school and Trust.