1:1 Teaching Assistant

The Role

Victoria Primary Academy are looking to recruit a dedicated, enthusiastic and reliable Teaching Assistant (Level 2) to provide one-to-one support to a child with learning needs. This is a key role within our school - we have a number of children who have a range of additional needs and we pride ourselves on our strong commitment to inclusion. Supporting children with additional needs to learn alongside their peers and make good or better progress is a key aim for us and this role is crucial in enabling the school to meet this. To be able to fulfil this role you will need a strong personal ethos of integrity, patience, resilience and commitment.

At Victoria we aspire to achieve the very best for every single pupil. As noted by OFSTED in 2023 “‘Aspiration’ is a key word at Victoria Primary Academy. It is central to everything leaders do, from the design of the school’s ambitious curriculum to the awe-inspiring trips on offer.”

The right candidate must be:

·        Adaptable

·        Committed to a nurturing approach to children

·        Enthusiastic

·        Passionate about ensuring all children achieve the best they possibly can

·        Professional

·        An excellent team player

We expect high standards of behaviour from our children and high standards of professionalism from our staff.

The role would be supporting a specific child, this could be in a number of year groups depending on candidate’s previous experience and expertise. 

If you

• have a Level 2 qualification in English and Maths

• have a Level 2 qualification in a relevant subject or demonstrable experience of working with or caring for children with special needs

• are physically fit

• are flexible and responsive with the ability to address potentially challenging situations

• have a commitment to deliver first class support to staff and pupils then we would love to hear from you.

Victoria Primary Academy is a two form entry school situated on the edge of Wellingborough. We are proud to be a diverse school, with pupils from a range of backgrounds, cultures and faiths. Over half our pupils speak English as an additional language, with 44 different languages being spoken across the academy. We are an inclusive school where we work together to ensure all members of our academy community can reach their potential and fulfil our mission statement: Creating Learners without Limits.

You can find out more about this role by

• applying online from our website Careers | Hatton Academies Trust

• contacting Ian Pearson, Principal (pearsoni@victoriaprimaryacademy.org.uk) or 01933 223323 for more information, or to arrange an after school hours visit to our friendly academy.

Closing date 9.00am Monday 3^rd June 2024.

Education without limits; Integrity at all times

Hatton Academies Trust are an Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applications from appropriately qualified persons regardless of gender, race, religion, disability or age. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS clearance

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