Teaching Assistant

The Pioneer Learning Trust is a small but growing Trust of collaborative schools in Luton and Bedford. The Trust currently consists of The Ferrars Academy, Chantry Primary Academy, Southfield Primary Academy, Whitefield Primary Academy, Ferrars Junior School , Warden Hill Infant School and Lakeview School. The Ferrars Academy is a very popular, successful and well-resourced academy; rated Good by Ofsted. We pride ourselves on delivering excellence in education, for nursery and infant aged children. We are located on the outskirts of Luton close to the M1, A5 link roads and the L&D hospital. Our 3-form entry school has a very diverse school population with a range of different languages, religions and cultures. Our children are well behaved and learn in a vibrant and friendly environment. About the job We are looking to appoint a L2 Teaching Assistant. The role involves supporting pupils individually or in groups in the classroom working under the full direction of the class teacher. You will support the class teacher in all aspects of the classroom organisation, preparing learning resources to support the curriculum and helping to ensure that every child has access to learning opportunities that allow them to develop into independent active learners. Working hours: 36 hours per week Monday 8.30am - to 5:00pm (30 mins lunch break) Tuesday - Friday 8:30am - 4:00pm (30 mins lunch break) Term time only (38 weeks a year) £21,707 - £22,052 (actual annual salary) Fixed term contract until August 2027 (with a possibility of extending beyond then)

The successful candidate will be someone who can:

Be enthusiastic, calm and patient

Motivate and inspire children, offering both challenge and enjoyment

Put the children’s needs first

Work as part of a team and work flexibility

Demonstrate a positive attitude and good communication skills

Display good practice when supporting individuals or small groups

Demonstrate high expectations of pupil attainment and behaviour by having good knowledge of the curriculum

We can offer you A supportive leadership team who are keen to develop staff professionally

A range of staff benefits and incentives including discounted wrap around care fees and staff lunches, online delivery drop off service and free refreshments

A vibrant and friendly environment with well-behaved children

No excess marking or paperwork workload

Quotes from our current staff members “The academy allows me time off to watch my own children’s performances” “As a new member of staff, I felt welcomed and supported” “Ferrars offers a friendly, family working environment”

Additional information

Applicants for this public facing post will need to demonstrate the ability to converse and provide effective help or advice in fluently spoken English.

Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Internet searches will also be carried out prior to interview.

Those who were born or have lived outside the UK may need to acquire additional overseas checks, which will be the responsibility of the candidate.

Experience of working in a school is desirable.

CV's and Personal statements are not accepted for any posts based in schools.

Please ensure that references include your most recent employer and that the contact email is their professional NOT their personal email address.

Successful applicants may be called to interview before the closing date and as such the advert may be withdrawn earlier than stated so early applications are encouraged. Visits to the school are welcomed, please contact enquiries@ferrarsacademy.co.uk or call the school office to book an appointment. The Ferrars Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. As an employer we are committed to promoting and protecting the wellbeing of all our staff.