Teaching Assistant (Maternity cover)
Lawn Manor Academy 

Salary: Grade C2 – D6 £15,598 - £16,663
Contract: FTC, Maternity Contract until 31.12.2024

Closing Date: Friday 5th July 2024
Interview Date: W/C 8th July 2024

Job Overview

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational Teaching Assistant to join our effective, committed, and supportive school.

Under the direction of the Assistant Headteacher (SENDCO) or teacher, work as part of a team to promote the emotional, physical and educational development of pupils.

The main job duties include:

•         Supporting the pupil
•         Participate in activities designed to meet the emotional, physical and learning needs of individual children and groups of children.

Supporting the teacher

•         Assist with the organisation of the learning environment.
•         Under direction of the class teacher, maintain accurate records in accordance with school policies and data protection.

As a successful candidate, you will have:

•          A good standard of general education, to include Maths and English GCSE grade C or above, or further relevant experience in the absence of formal qualifications.
•         Good interpersonal skills with both adults and children
•         Some knowledge of basic ICT applications
•        Ability to contribute constructively to a team.

Full details can be found in the recruitment pack.

Why Choose us?
We believe that within each child there is a real potential to achieve and that as teachers, it is our job to ensure that this potential is met through their academic studies and high expectations.

Lawn Manor Academy is an all-ability school, and we place great emphasis on inclusive education. We have an excellent pastoral care system to support pupils and the community. We offer a rounded curriculum to suit children of all abilities with excellent facilities to support this. We take pride in the focus we give to each child as an individual and how we help them to develop and grow to achieve well and be a good citizen.

As an employee of the Ascend Learning Trust, you will also receive many employee benefits as we work together to provide Excellence in Education.  

Please note if we receive sufficient applications, we may close this job role earlier.

At Ascend Learning Trust, we believe in the power of diversity to drive innovation, foster creativity, and create a workplace that truly reflects the richness of the world around us. We are excited to welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our dynamic team.

Reasonable adjustments are modifications or accommodations made to ensure that individuals with disabilities or specific needs can perform their job duties effectively. We embrace the idea that everyone should have equal opportunities to succeed, and our aim is to make this a reality. If you need any assistance completing your application, please contact the Recruitment Team on 01793 781485 or alternatively you can email recruitment@ascendlearning.org.uk

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Ascend Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.

Please note: Any position that involves working with children requires declaration of ALL convictions/cautions regardless of whether these are deemed as spent and a DBS check will be carried out before any employment commences.

In line with KCSIE 2023 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of our safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates’ suitability to work with children. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and will be asked to clarify their online presence.

References will be obtained before interview at shortlisting stage and may be used in the interview process. If previous employment has included working with children, then at least one referee must be from this employment regardless of whether this is the current or most recent employment Any gaps in employment must be detailed and an explanation provided in the relevant section.