The governors of Etruscan Primary School, which is part of the Orchard Community Trust, are looking to appoint enthusiastic and committed teaching and learning assistants from January 2025.

We have both permanent and 12-month contracts available.

We are looking for excellent classroom practitioners to join our proactive team.

Etruscan Primary School is a very special place. We serve a wonderfully diverse community and have a school full of fantastic children.

We will offer the successful candidate:

• A vibrant school community where everyone is valued
• A forward-looking Senior Leadership Team with a passion for improving outcomes for all children
• Enthusiastic children who are keen to learn A collaborative, supportive team to work in, both within the school and across the Orchard Community Trust Opportunities for professional development

The successful candidate will:

• Be able to demonstrate the professional standards for Teaching Assistants, relevant qualification or evidence that the qualification is being worked towards.
• Have knowledge and understanding of primary pedagogy and child development
• Be an excellent classroom practitioner, supporting the teacher in the delivery of learning activities
• Be passionate about inclusion
• Be committed to working as part of a team 
• Have a positive attitude and a flexible approach Have high expectations for themselves and the children in their care
• Be highly motivated, enthusiastic and inspire children to do their best
• Demonstrate skills, knowledge, understanding and experience of Key Stage 1 and 2 as well as Early Years
• Have a caring and friendly personality with a commitment to the happiness, well-being and progress of all at Etruscan Primary School.

This role includes responsibilities for:

• Providing classroom cover of up to 3 days during any short-term absence Providing learning activities for individuals, groups and whole classes    under the professional direction of a qualified teacher.
• Adapting learning programmes to suit the needs of pupils.
• Assess, record and report on development, progress and attainment of pupils as agreed with the teacher.
• Support pupils in social and emotional well-being.

We warmly invite you to visit the school. Please contact rachelle.butler@etruscan.orchardct.org.uk to arrange a visit.