Teaching Assistant

The role is term time only for 34.5 hours a week. The daily hours are Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 8:30am to 3:30pm, except for Tuesdays and Thursdays when the shift is extended until 4:30pm. Do you love Early Years? Do you believe that children learn best when they are curious, active and having fun? Can you get fully involved in imaginative play, sing songs with enthusiasm, hunt for minibeasts in the rain and celebrate every small step of progress? If so, we would love to hear from you. Rushden Primary Academy is a securely good school on the journey to becoming great. We are ambitious for our children, our staff and our community, and we are looking for someone who shares that ambition. We are seeking an enthusiastic, nurturing and hardworking Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our Reception team. This role will primarily support learning within our Reception provision. However, at Rushden Primary Academy, inclusion is not the responsibility of a few individuals; it is at the heart of everything we do. As such, you will also support children with SEND across our Reception classes, working both within classrooms and within our specialist provision to ensure every child feels successful, valued and able to achieve their potential. We are looking for someone who embraces inclusion, champions every child and understands that meeting individual needs is an integral part of excellent teaching and learning. What makes our EYFS special? Our Early Years provision is bespoke, creative and child-centred. No two days are ever the same. Learning happens indoors and outdoors through exploration, play and carefully planned experiences that inspire curiosity, independence and a lifelong love of learning. This isn't a role for someone who wants to sit behind a table all day.

This role is perfect for you if you:

Love being around young children. Isn't afraid to look a little silly if it helps children learn. Can bring energy, creativity and enthusiasm to every day. Enjoys role play, storytelling, singing and outdoor learning. Is happy to be outside whatever the weather. Believes that relationships are at the heart of great education. Is committed to their own continuous learning and professional development.

We are looking for someone who:

Holds a relevant Early Years or Childcare qualification. (Preferable) Has experience working with young children. (Preferable) Has experience of, or a genuine interest in, supporting children with SEND. Has high expectations for all children. Brings drive, passion and enthusiasm to their role. Works effectively as part of a team. Shares our ambition to become an exceptional school. Why join Rushden Primary Academy? A strong, supportive and welcoming staff team. A positive culture where colleagues genuinely care for one another. Leaders who invest in staff development and wellbeing. A brand-new EYFS outdoor learning environment currently being developed. High-quality CPD and career development opportunities. The opportunity to make a real difference every single day. Thinking about becoming a teacher? We are proud to be a training school with a strong track record of developing our own talent. If teaching is something you may wish to pursue in the future, this role provides an excellent foundation, with opportunities to learn, grow and develop within a supportive environment. Above all, we are looking for someone with the right attitude: someone who is passionate about children, committed to continuous improvement and excited by the opportunity to be part of a school that refuses to stand still. If you have the drive, energy and enthusiasm to help shape the lives of our youngest learners, we would love to hear from you. Come and join us on our journey from good to great.

About us:

Rushden Primary Academy, part of the Greenwood Academies Trust, opened in September 2015 and reached full capacity in September 2021.  The Academy boasts a state-of-the-art building with a dedicated team who aim to provide a vibrant, purposeful environment for children to learn. They are passionate about helping all children to succeed, supporting their development to become active members of the community. In return we have multiple benefits for our talented and highly valued people: Alongside nationally agreed terms and conditions, we offer a generous benefits package. Here's a selection of what's on offer to our people in recognition of the huge difference they make to our children, their families and the communities we serve. Access to Benefit Hub - the world’s largest discount marketplace A free Wellbeing Gateway platform and mobile app A free, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme - confidential & compassionate support when you need it Lease a brand‑new or pre‑loved hybrid vehicle through our Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme Train & qualify as a Mental Health First Aider. We aim to have a qualified Mental Health First Aider in each academy Supporting your professional development through CPD, Apprenticeships, Upskilling and Professional Review Generous public sector pension schemes for everyone Eye tests & Spectacles Discount Family friendly policies and time off for dependants Dedicated ECT support programme Access to savings in childcare costs Generous annual leave allocation Automatic pay progression Free parking on all sites Principles on workload & directed time for teaching staff Professional Supervision for Academy Leaders If this post attracts sufficient interest before the closing date, we may decide to close and interview this vacancy at an earlier date, so an early application is advised. The Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation. All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.