East Park Academy are seeking a Level 3 SEND Teaching Assistant with Early Years and phonics experience, to work in Early Years.  "East Park Academy is a school where pupils flourish and make exceptional progress".  (OFSTED June 2019).  We are an exciting and vibrant school that seeks to provide the very best for its children, families and staff.  We are looking for an experienced member of support staff to work in Early Years.  At East Park, we have a proven track record of championing support staff who want to move into teaching and obtain QTS.

We are proud to be part of Manor Multi Academy Trust.

Job Purpose

• To work under the specific supervision, instruction and guidance of the class teacher to support the teaching and learning activities in the classroom.
• To provide general support to the class teacher in the organisation and management of pupils and the classroom.
• To assist the teacher in creating and maintaining a purposeful, orderly and supportive learning environment.
• To promote the inclusion of all pupils, ensuring they have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop.
• To be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school.

These principles apply for children with special educational needs.

We expect our Teaching Assistants to have good subject knowledge, forge professional relationships and work with parents in the best interests of their pupils, to make the education of their pupils their first concern and are accountable for achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct.

We can offer:

• A dedicated and friendly staff team who are committed to delivering the best education and services for children and staff within the Trust.
• CPD opportunities in-line with role
• The chance to join a growing Academy who are committed to raising standards and achieving excellence for all pupils
• VivUp – Employee Benefits scheme (https://vivupbenefits.co.uk/)

       Manor Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.  We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this vision. Successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks.  Manor Multi Academy Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post.

Online Search

An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates.  This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview.