About The Role
Are you passionate about giving young children the very best start to their learning journey?
New Horizons Children’s Academy are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team. The successful candidate will provide teaching and learning support, under the guidance of the class teacher, to pupils in all areas of the curriculum.
The Teaching Assistant will assist in the supervision of pupils and promote learning and safety, for example, at break and lunchtime and on educational visits, promoting positive behaviour patterns, raising self-esteem and improving independent working in pupils to assist in their education and growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting with the observation and monitoring of pupil progress.
- Maintaining accurate records of interventions and tracking achievements.
- Assist with the preparation of differentiated learning materials and organise classroom displays.
- Support the delivery of engaging lessons tailored to individual needs.
There may also be a requirement to administer First Aid, subject to appropriate training.
About Us
New Horizons Children’s Academy is a “Good” school (Ofsted May 2022) with a three-form entry that teaches over 600 children from the local community. Our aim is to provide an education that meets the needs of all our children and we expect high standards of behaviour and a positive attitude to learning. Staff share the passion and are role models for our pupils with their diligence and commitment. In turn, our staff are supported with a framework that aims to bring the best out of them, within an environment that encourages reflection and self-improvement.
There is an ongoing training programme in place, aimed at the development of expertise in a range of cognitive tools, strategies and resources for established and newly appointed staff.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our contemporary school and join our Trust. You will work with modern facilities and grasp the opportunity to influence and shape the vision of our Academy.
Trust Information
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. That’s why we invest in our people, so that our staff are best supported to positively impact our pupils.
Application Process
If you are interested in working at our friendly school, benefiting from a supportive network of colleagues across our Trust, and are keen to progress your career then please apply today!
Early applications encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.
To arrange an informal chat with the line manager or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact Georgina Spratt at georgina.spratt@newhorizons.tsat.uk.
Safeguarding and EEO
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 recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk.
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