What skills and experience we're looking for TEACHING ASSISTANT Salary Actual: £12,684 - £13,073 inclusive of fringe allowance Grade: L3 (5 - 7) Hours: 20.5 hours per week Work Pattern: term time only = 38 weeks Contract: Permanent James Elliman Academy is a large, friendly and vibrant multi-cultural 3/4 form entry primary school (with over 700 children on roll) and part of The Park Federation Academy Trust. Our partnership with The Park Federation Academy Trust means there are a host of professional development opportunities that will further your own skills, knowledge and expertise. James Elliman Academy is looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant. What the school offers its staff We are looking for an individual who: • is committed to making a difference • is approachable • has good communication skills • has a positive approach to behaviour management • is able to work independently and use own initiative For the right candidate, we will offer:- • Extensive support and CPD. • The opportunity to work with other professional colleagues across the Multi-Academy Trust. • A welcoming school, with friendly, enthusiastic and supportive staff team. • Highly motivated leaders with a relentless focus to raise pupils’ achievement. • A dedicated Governing Body. • Supportive parents/carers and children who are keen to learn. • An employee assistance programme (EAP) Please visit the school website for an application pack. We do not accept CVs. Closing date: as and when we receive successful applications. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS Check with a check of the DBS Barred List. Commitment to safeguarding ‘James Elliman Academy prides itself on being committed to maintaining a positive culture of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. As a school, it is expected that all staff and volunteers share this commitment.’ Please check our website for more information:-https://www.jameselliman.academy/safeguarding/