Job Description

About The Role

Salary:

Grade 2, 24,721 - 24,903 per annum, pro rata.Approximately 17,134 - 17,260 pro rata per annum (0.69309 FTE)



Every great classroom needs a helping hand that makes learning come alive -- and that's where you come in!



As a Teaching Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting teachers and pupils, helping to create a positive, inclusive, and inspiring learning environment.


From assisting with lessons and preparing resources to encouraging pupils and providing pastoral support, no two days will be the same.



You'll be part of a dedicated team who put children at the heart of everything they do, making a real difference to their learning, confidence, and wellbeing every single day.


School visits are welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school to arrange a suitable time.

What will you do?

Work with individuals and groups of children to deliver learning programmes and encourage interaction in activities led by the teacher. Assist with general pastoral care and attend to personal needs as appropriate. Supervise children during non-lesson times, accompany on trips, participate in meetings and training Feedback on child progress in meeting Individual Education Plan targets

About Us

Why should you apply



You will be working in a fantastic environment.



Avanti exists to help each person become a well-rounded human being through intellectual, moral and spiritual growth, and so make the world a better place.



We offer a range of staff benefits including professional development opportunities, retail discounts, flexible working options, well-being programs, and more; further details at the bottom of the page

What are we looking for?

Experience of working with relevant age group within a learning environment A good understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities Ability to communicate well, with adults and children across the Trust Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people
Please view the full for more information on the responsibilities and essential criteria required for this role.

Further information

Pre-employment checks
Avanti Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates are required to have an Enhanced DBS check unless internally appointed and still within the cycle of DBS re-checks.
Any appointment subsequently made will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks.

Diversity and Inclusion
We want to make sure we are attracting the widest possible range of people and ensure that they are accepted, understood and treated equally when they work here. This means we will work hard to understand that each employee is unique and ensuring that individuals or groups are not treated differently or less favourably on the basis of specific characteristics.
Such characteristics include (but are not limited to) age, disability, gender including transgender, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, and how the school supports pregnant women and new parents.