Teaching Assistant (Level 1)

We are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant who really cares about helping students to succeed.

We are looking for someone who is kind, reliable and has a passion for working in the classroom or one to one, is enthusiastic and builds rapport well with staff and students alike.

To be successful in this role, you will have knowledge of current practices on supporting children’s learning and behaviour management strategies, as well as a good understanding of areas of learning such as literacy, numeracy and science. You will hold an NVQ for Teaching Assistants or be able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge, skills, and experience.

An ideal position if you are considering a career in teaching. It will give you an opportunity to see different teaching and learning styles, as well as experience and appreciate wider school life. You will have the ability to attend the de Ferrers Trust 'Teacher Training Seminars'.

There are two positions available for this role; you will be a 1:1 TA assigned to a child with special educational needs. This is a fixed-term contract until 22 July 2024 where you will work 32.5 hours per week at 39 weeks, term time plus INSET days.

Vision & Aims – The de Ferrers Trust

The de Ferrers Trust is a Multi Academy Trust comprising three Secondary Academies and four Primary Academies, currently based in Staffordshire and Derbyshire.

Our vision is to ensure the children and young people in our care have the opportunity to fulfil their potential through achieving highly, regardless of their ability or background. We aim to achieve this vision through:

• Delivering a high-quality education
• Recruiting, developing and retaining high-calibre members of staff
• Establishing and developing robust governance
• Ensuring financial probity and viability
• Developing a highly efficient Trust infrastructure and central services
• Establishing effective systems to support the sustainable growth of the Trust

CPD

The Trust believes that professional development is key to being successful and offers excellent opportunities for colleagues to grow and achieve. We provide tailored CPD, mentoring, strong support and a range of developmental opportunities across the Trust.

In Return

We strive to be an Employer of Choice and are committed to the wellbeing and development of our colleagues. You will join a supportive, warm and friendly community and enjoy an excellent benefits package, which includes:

• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Discounted gym membership
• BHSF healthcare scheme
• Eyecare voucher scheme

Visits

Prospective applicants are welcome to visit, and this can be arranged by telephoning 01283 247618.

To Apply

If you would like to discuss the role or have any other queries, please call 01283 247618 and ask to speak to Ewelina Matysiak, Office Manager.

Click the ‘Quick Apply’ button to complete your application.

This is an open advert and will close once a suitable candidate has been appointed. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early should we receive a high volume of applications. 

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.