Teaching Assistant

King Offa Primary Academy is looking to recruit a dynamic, enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant on a permanent basis to join our friendly and supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity to play an important role in supporting our pupils to thrive. A key priority of the role will be supporting school's early reading programme each morning, working with pupils to develop their reading skills, confidence and enjoyment of reading. The role will also involve supporting teaching and learning within the classroom.

We would love to hear from you if:

you are passionate about supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing you have an interest in early reading and phonics and are enthusiastic about helping children develop strong foundations in reading. you are patient, positive and able to build strong supportive relationships with children you are enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team you are committed to raising the achievement of all students of all abilities In return for your passion and commitment, we offer: A supportive team who place our values of Knowledge , Opportunities, Pride , and Achievement at the centre of all that we do with a commitment to raising pupil achievement and aspirations Extensive professional development opportunities, including Aurora Trust-wide CPD A spacious well-equipped and well-resourced learning environment A skilled and committed SLT who are devoted to improving outcomes for all children and staff The opportunity to be part of a multi-academy trust that has collaboration at its heart and will support you every step of the way Enhanced paternity leave, in excess of the Green and Burgundy Books Aurora Academies Advantage scheme - this includes access to free and confidential advice on a range of topics via the Employee Assistance Programme, online GP service, cycle to work scheme, discounts to high-street shops and health and well-being support If you are interested in finding out more, we strongly suggest that you arrange a tour of the school - please contact Craig Andrew, Office Manager, on office@kingoffapa.org.uk or 01424 211548. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive suitable applications. Therefore, we recommend submitting you application as soon as possible. Please note that we can only accept applications submitted through our recruitment platform, SAMPeople Recruit, so kindly apply there.