Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Teaching Assistant Join Ilminster Avenue Primary, a vibrant and inclusive academy at the heart of its community, where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential. We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils in their learning and development, helping to create a positive, nurturing environment where children feel valued, inspired and ready to succeed. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a supportive team committed to delivering high-quality education and making a real difference in the lives of young people.

Key responsibilities:

• Support teachers in delivering engaging and effective learning activities across the curriculum.
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning, develop confidence and help pupils achieve their potential.
• Provide targeted support for pupils with additional learning, social, emotional or behavioural needs.
• Assist in creating a positive, inclusive and nurturing classroom environment where all pupils can thrive.
• Help monitor and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teachers to inform future learning. Pay range:

• SCP 5 -7: £18,217.62 - £18,801.51
• FTE: £26,427.00 - £27,274.00
• 29 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
• Fixed Term until 31/08/2027 Qualifications and Skills:

• Teaching Assistant qualification desirable
• A genuine passion for supporting children to achieve their full potential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents.
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills.
• The ability to motivate, engage and inspire young learners.

E-ACT Ilminster Academy | Enjoy, success, respect, community, responsibility and compassion At Ilminster Avenue E-ACT Academy, we prioritize enjoyment, success, respect, community, responsibility, and compassion. With a focus on holistic development, we empower students to excel academically while also fostering a sense of belonging and compassion for others. Join our inclusive and supportive community: https://ilminsteravenueacademy.e-act.org.uk Want to make a difference to young people? Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey within an educational community that values diversity, encourages collaboration, and celebrates excellence? What are we about? Join a trust that is going places! At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our ‘Opening Minds, Opening Doors’ strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure every voice is heard. We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and national - providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Our achievements are recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, and also the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024. E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour, a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence. With 37 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible. We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. We don’t just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive. Want to be a part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk

Benefits:

Financial and Lifestyle We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting. Professional Growth and Development We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities. Culture and Wellbeing Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success. Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information.

How to apply:

Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing your application. E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.