Teaching Assistant Position

1 month ago

Orpington, Greater London, United Kingdom Teaching vacancies Full time
Job Details

Job Role
  • Supporting pupils with SEND or working within a primary school setting
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Working Pattern
Full time, part time

Contract Type
Fixed term

Full-time Equivalent Salary
£25,854.00 - £27,855.00 Annually (FTE)TPA4 / NJC 2-7

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated teaching assistant to join our team at Downe Primary School. As a teaching assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with special educational needs (SEN) or working within a primary school setting. This is an exciting opportunity to work in our brand new Enhanced Learning Provision for children with SEND, working alongside qualified teachers and leaders. The successful candidate will work in a small group of 10 pupils from a range of primary year groups and also support with cover supervisor duties when required. Experience of working with children with ASD is preferred.

Downe Primary School is a small village school with a warm, family feel. We place great emphasis on positive and secure relationships built upon trust, respect, and clear communication. This extends to every member of the school community, providing a supportive learning environment where everyone is valued and included, championed, and challenged. Children develop the personal skills required for a happy and fulfilled life alongside the knowledge and skills required for the next stage of their education.

We are part of The Pioneer Academy Trust, which is an academy trust with schools across London and the South East. At The Pioneer Academy, we put children first, pioneering excellence and championing each and every child. All our schools work collaboratively, sharing resources and expertise. Find out more at: Downe Primary School and www.thepioneeracademy.co.uk

Visits to the school are encouraged and can be arranged via the school office on 01689 853916.

We are committed to regular reviews of staff well-being and reducing staff workload. We have increased our PPA offer this year to up to 5 hours for full-time teachers, and regular additional release time scheduled for all subject leaders across the school. We create bespoke career pathways for every member of staff, identifying and growing talent, with outstanding professional development opportunities at every stage of your career. We also have an Employee Assistance Programme with a range of resources to support wellbeing which is available to all employees and their immediate family members 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

What we offer you:
  • A friendly, dedicated staff team who believe in teamwork and building positive relationships across the school, the Trust, and in the local community.
  • High-quality development programme with induction programmes for all new staff.
  • Excellent CPD opportunities, including pathways into teacher training for those who aspire into teaching.
  • A supportive and collaborative working ethos, including support from the Trust's Central Executive Team and a range of experts, such as specialists in pupil welfare, SEND, and behaviour.
  • Termly forums to increase collaboration and reduce workload.
  • Access to Employee Assistance Programme including free counselling.
  • Access to discounted wrap-around childcare for staff.
  • Free academy-wide social events throughout the year.
Commitment to Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure and other employment checks. Our Academy Safeguarding Policy 2024-25 is attached for your information.

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