Teaching Assistant

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and dynamic team at Moorings Way Infant School, part of the Meon Way Federation. You will play a vital role in providing high-quality teaching and learning support under the guidance of classroom teachers, helping to make learning engaging, accessible and inclusive for all pupils.
 
At Moorings Way Infant School, we believe in creating a nurturing, safe and stimulating environment where both pupils and staff feel valued and empowered. You will be joining a forward thinking team committed to inclusion, development and outstanding learning experiences.

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver tailored support to pupils under the direction of the Classroom Teacher
• Coach and support pupils' learning by supervising and assisting them in 1:1 sessions and small groups
• Help pupils engage across a variety of learning activities and interventions
• Supervise pupils during lunchtime, ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment both in the dining hall and playground
• Work collaboratively with staff to ensure pupils have access to the resources they need to succeed

About You: 

• A confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills
• Educated to a minimum Grade 4/C (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics
• Highly motivated, energetic and reflective with a passion for helping pupils and building positive relationships with both students and parents/carers

If you are ready to shape the future of our pupils and be part of a caring and ambitious school community, we would love to hear from you

About You

About Us

Meon Infant School, Meon Junior School and Moorings Way Infant School have joined forces to become Meon Way Federation. We have a highly motivated and talented team and children are encouraged to become confident, caring and articulate and to use their abilities to the full. We provide an atmosphere, which enables the children to acquire a wide range of knowledge, skills and practical abilities.
 
At Moorings Way Infant School our vision is to provide an engaging, inspiring and relevant curriculum in which all children make excellent progress and feel valued. All children are taught strategies to support their own cognitive development and encourage independence and problem solving. Our committed and experienced staff ensure that children are exposed to learning experiences in which they can flourish.

"It is a happy and harmonious community where pupils from a wide and diverse range of backgrounds get on admirably." - Ofsted

Click here for a Welcome from our Head of Infant School at Meon Way Federation

We are a proud member of the Thinking Schools Academy Trust. This enables us to create a unique offer for children: an "all-through" educational journey in which they remain with the same family of schools throughout their education. 

Moorings Way is one of five primary schools and one secondary school in Portsmouth to benefit from Thinking Schools' award-winning resources, curriculum, and collaboration opportunities.

Thinking Schools Academy Trust

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools across the South West, South, South East and East of England, consisting of early years, primary, secondary and specialist provision.  

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances. 

Learn more about our Vision and Values here

What our Trust will offer you:

• Competitive Pay Scales
• Pension Scheme Membership: Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust.
• Training: Expand your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses.  
• Knowledge and Curriculum Sharing: Our regional hub model offers a network of collaboration for staff to share best practice. 
• Cycle2Work Scheme: Salary sacrifice scheme to purchase a new bike with National Insurance savings. 
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition: You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• TSAT Benefits portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership. 
• Store Discounts: Support staff have access to 'Discount for Teachers' scheme that offers a huge range of money saving deals and vouchers.
•  Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more

Next steps:

If you are interested in working at our friendly school, benefitting from a supportive network of colleagues across our Trust, and are keen to progress your career then please apply today 

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

Visits to our school are very welcome and strongly encouraged. Please contact Caroline Sage on [email protected] to arrange a suitable time.  

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process please email [email protected]  

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