We are looking to appoint an inspirational, dedicated, enthusiastic and caring Teaching Assistant to join our team at Leverington Primary Academy.

You will be working 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:30 - 15:30 with a 30 minute unpaid lunch break over 39 weeks. 

The right candidate will need to be adaptable, enthusiastic, highly-motivated and have the ability to work effectively  and collaboratively as part of a team to ensure high standards and outcomes for all pupils. They must demonstrate full commitment to the school, its vision and its aim to raise standards.

You will assist the class teacher in the delivery of high Quality First Teaching, as well as supporting children one-to-one in the classroom and at unstructured times as needed. There will also be some time working with individuals and small groups that require a highly differentiated curriculum and therapeutic strategies to access learning. This will mean working closely with our SENDCO and Pastoral Lead to review and adapt provision as needed.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has recent and relevant experience in a school setting—ideally within the last 12–18 months.
• ·       Is resilient, able to remain calm and focused under pressure, and committed to overcoming challenges with a positive mindset
• Has patience, a positive outlook and a great sense of humour
• Works effectively and collaboratively as part of a team, contributing ideas, sharing best practice and supporting colleagues to create a consistent and inclusive learning environment
• Is passionate about improving outcomes for all pupils.

Benefits include:

• A caring, nurturing and welcoming ethos;
• Enthusiastic and polite children;
• Collaborative approach to working;  
• Opportunities to train/work with other academies within the Diamond Learning Partnership Trust to share best practice and resources;
• Opportunities for further professional deveopment
• A friendly, experienced and professional team; 
• Strong and supportive relationships with the Cambridgeshire SEND team;
• A caring and supportive working environment. 

Our staff are dedicated, supportive and committed to providing creative opportunities for learning, as well as fun. We provide professional development opportunities to ensure that our staff are well-trained and skilled to get the best from our pupils. Applicants must have GCSE’s in Maths and English and high standards of literacy.

Leverington Primary Academy is part of the Diamond Learning Partnership Trust, a charitable multi-academy trust (MAT) specialising in the Primary and Secondary sector. We are building a thriving community of schools that succeed on behalf of their children.

Further benefits include;

•       Collaborative approach to working;
•       Opportunities to train/work with other schools within the Diamond Learning Partnership Trust to share best practice and resources;
•       A friendly and professional team;
•       Local Government Pension Scheme
•       Discounted Childcare Vouchers
•        A caring and supportive working environment;

We warmly welcome you to visit the school before you apply. For information on who we are and what we do why not browse our website:  https://www.leveringtonprimary.co.uk/

If you would like to discuss the role or visit the Academy before applying, we would be delighted to welcome you. To make an appointment please contact the school office on 01945 584915 or email: office@leverington.cambs.sch.uk  

Diamond Learning Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants are thanked for their interest in this post.  Please note that only the candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted.