Teaching Assistant - KS2

Job Introduction

The Marton Academy is a thriving and successful small primary school who secured ‘Strong Standard’ in all areas during our most recent Ofsted inspection.

Our ethos is: ‘Inspirational learning in a safe emotional space’.

Due to the sustained increase in pupil numbers and the growing reputation of the school, The Marton Academy are looking for an enthusiastic and inspiring Teaching Assistant to join The Marton Academy working with a mixed Year 3&4 class primarily. This post is initially advertised for one year due to larger than usual cohorts moving through the school.

All schools have their own distinctive ‘feel’ which makes each one unique. We believe that the ‘special feel’ at The Marton Academy comes from our caring, supportive, and friendly environment. Being a small village primary school, we have a unique opportunity to see every child as an individual and provide a personalised, happy, and stimulating learning environment in which every child succeeds.

Every member of our team has a significant role to play in meeting the vision, values and needs of our school, as such we are looking for someone who is caring, willing to learn and exudes warmth and positivity. We strive to support our team and endeavour to offer a training and support package.

• Do you have an interest in seeing children develop?
• Do you have the skills and expertise to understand the needs of children?
• Do you have an interest in pupil wellbeing?
• Do you have high levels of commitment to inclusion?
• Do you have sensitivity and understanding to build good relationships with individuals and parents and carers?
• Do you have good communication skills?
• Can you consistently and effectively implement agreed behaviour management strategies?
• Do you have knowledge of guidance and regulations around safeguarding?
• Are you a team player?

If the answer is ‘Yes’ to most of the above, then we would love to hear from you!

Please telephone the school on 01427 718224 or email simon.green@themartonacademy.co.uk for more information and an application form. We warmly welcome visits to the school as part of the application process – come and see our amazing pupils and meet the team.

The Trustees of The Marton Academy are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants will undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers. The role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS certificate, the role is engaged in regulated activity and will therefore require a children’s barred list check. Shortlisted Applicants will be required to complete a self-disclosure.

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.

All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.