The Governors would like to appoint an inspirational and dedicated teaching assistant to join an excellent team of staff committed to providing learning opportunities to the highest standards.

Meadowside Primary School is a proud member of the Challenge Academy Trust (TCAT). This role will be based within our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Team.

We are looking for a teaching assistant who: 

• Can work with and supervise individuals and groups of children under the direction/instruction of teaching &/or senior staff.
• Understands the EYFS curriculum and its implementation.
• Helps enable access to learning for all pupils and is inclusive of specific individual learning needs. 
• Is able to comfortably lead the class in the teacher’s absence and deliver lessons planned and resourced by the class teacher and inspire learners.
• Has the ability to work effectively and contribute positively within a team environment.
• Sets high expectations for the attitudes and behaviour of everyone.
• Is able to work well in partnership with staff, governors and parents.
• Is committed to their own professional development.
   

In return we can offer:

•  Friendly, enthusiastic children with great potential, who work hard and are well behaved.
• A fully committed and extremely supportive staff, governors and leadership team.
• Supportive and dedicated parents and carers.
• A caring and positive learning environment and ethos.
• Continuous professional development.
• Opportunities to work collaboratively and share best practice with colleagues across our trust (The Challenge Academy Trust).

Further details and application forms are available from office@meadowside.tcat.uk.com or our school website.

Completed application forms should be returned to the Headteacher, Mrs Claire Curtis, either by post or by email. 

Meadowside is fully committed to all aspects of safeguarding; therefore, the successful applicant will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service. Further details can be found at homeoffice.gov.uk /dbs/

The Challenge Academy Trust as an employer is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults as its number one priority. The Challenge Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer.

Key dates

Closing Date: 9 May 2024

Shortlisting: 10 May 2024

Interviews: w/c 13 May 2024

Start date: September 2024

Key Info

Hours: 37 hours per week. Term time only + 1 Week

Contract: Fixed Term until July 2025 to cover Maternity Leave