About the role
Working under the direction and within an agreed system of supervision from a qualified teacher in the Early Years and occasionally in KS1 or KS2.
Responsibilities
- Complement teachers’ delivery of the national curriculum and contribute to the development of other support staff, pupils and school policies and strategies.
- Work collaboratively with teaching staff and assist teachers in the whole planning cycle and the management/preparation of resources.
- Assist teachers in supervising whole classes occasionally during the short-term absence of teachers, including PPA.
- Provide support for pupils, the teacher and the school to raise standards of achievement for all pupils (e.g., SEN, EAL, GT, all under‑achieving groups).
- Organise and participate in the supervision of individuals and groups of students in dining, playground and circulation areas throughout the day, ensuring appropriate activity, behaviour, well‑being, safety and welfare.
Fixed term until 31st August 2027. Term‑time, 39 weeks per year, 6.5 hrs. per week, Friday 8:30am to 3:30pm.
About our Academy
Graded as Outstanding School by Ofsted in 2024.
We continuously work alongside expert curriculum consultants in all areas to provide the highest quality of curriculum knowledge and teaching strategies for all staff members. We all learn every day and value an enquiring mindset for personal growth and development. Our staff includes aspirational teachers who engage passionately in opportunities for professional development.
We hold exemplary expectations for all and inspire pupils to be positive citizen role models through a well‑rounded personal development programme, including pupil leadership groups.
Salary & Benefits
NJC03 FTE £24,796 per annum, £3,826 pro‑rata per annum.
Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in education.
Commitment to employee health and well‑being, including a dedicated Employee Assistance Programme.
Awards and Recognition Scheme.
Benefits Platform.
- holiday discounts
- cinema tickets
- restaurant booking discounts
- Cycle to Work Scheme
Qualifications
- NVQ2 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualifications or experience.
- GCSE Grade A‑C English and Maths.
- Level 2 Certificate in Childcare in Schools or equivalent.
- Motivation to work with children and young people.
- Good numeracy / literacy skills.
- Understanding of child development and learning processes, including barriers to learning.
- Training in relevant learning strategies (e.g., literacy).
- Effective use of ICT to support learning.
- Commitment to promoting the welfare of all children and creating a safe learning environment, always considering the child’s best interests.
About the Trust
The David Ross Education Trust mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world‑class education. We broaden horizons by inspiring students to become confident, academically excellent and well‐rounded individuals in the classroom, the workplace and the community.
Whatever your role, you will contribute to creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers students an unrivalled packet of sporting and cultural enrichment. Our aim is to be the country’s top‑performing Multi‑Academy Trust (MAT), recognised as a nationwide system leader with 35 schools across London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to larger urban secondary schools. We also operate an all‑through‑school in London based on the Olympic Park and a special school in Lincolnshire catering for pupils aged 2‑19 with diverse special educational needs.
We collaborate with outstanding organisations and individuals dedicated to the David Ross Foundation’s vision of giving children better life chances through the best education and support we can provide.
Equality, Diversity & Safeguarding
The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer committed to a fair, equitable and supportive learning and working environment for students and staff.
Applicants will be treated solely on the basis of merit, ability and potential. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate vetting, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check, and will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.
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