Level 2 Teaching Assistant

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Teaching Assistant (1-1 for Reception child)

Wisbech St Mary CofE Academy, part of Grace Schools

At Wisbech St Mary CofE Academy we are committed to creating the foundations to build successful futures. We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team and play a key role in ensuring high quality teaching and learning for all pupils across the school.

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• Providing dedicated support for a Reception child with significant additional needs
• Ensure the pupil can access learning, develop social communication skills, and can participate safely and inclusively in the classroom
• Assess the needs of pupils and use detailed knowledge and skills to support pupils' learning
• Establish productive working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations
• Support pupils consistently whilst recognising and responding to their individual needs
• Encourage pupils to interact and work co-operatively with others and engage all pupils in activities
• Organise and manage appropriate learning environments and resources

• Points 5-6 (FTE £26,427 - £26,847)
• Approximately £18,327 pro rata
• 30 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
• 8.30am - 3.15pm, Monday - Friday
• fixed-term

• Experience of working with young children, ideally within Early Years or supporting pupils with special educational needs
• Demonstrate patience, empathy, and strong communication skills
• A minimum qualification of GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4 (previously Grade
  
  C) or above, or an equivalent qualification
• NVQ Level 2 in supporting teaching and learning or equivalent
• Have experience of working with children and/or as a Teaching Assistant
• Principles and practices of high-quality teaching and learning
• Ability to build effective relationships with colleagues, parents/carers and members of the community
• High levels of adaptability and flexibility
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

It is an exciting time to join us as we move into the next era of the Trust as The Diocese of Ely Multi-Academy Trust (DEMAT) becomes Grace Schools.

Grace Schools represents our commitment to the founding principles established by the Diocese of Ely and the unique position we have supporting church schools.

We are a large multi-academy trust which consists of 38 primary academies and approximately 7,000 pupils. Grace Schools exists to create the foundations to build successful futures. Our pupils deserve educational excellence, and we are committed to delivering that entitlement to ensure all our students secure the knowledge, confidence, and expertise to succeed in their later lives.

We recognise the importance of continually improving the quality of education across our schools. As a result, we invest in developing our curriculum, teaching, and wider provision to ensure these improvements are realised and sustained. Our schools give children the chance to learn, know and lead in a happy and inclusive environment. Most importantly, we provide them with a firm foundation for the future and the opportunity to succeed.

We are especially proud of the recognition given to the Trust when we were awarded MAT of the Year at the 2024 National Schools Awards. This award is testament to the hard work and dedication of our whole staff team and the high-quality provision they offer to all the children who attend our schools.

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