Teaching Assistant

About the Role We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team at Mayflower Community Academy. This is an exciting opportunity to support teachers in delivering high-quality learning and play a vital role in helping every child reach their full potential. You will work closely with teaching staff to create a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment, supporting pupils both in and outside the classroom. We are looking for Teaching Assistants who: Hold an NVQ Level 2 qualification (or equivalent) and GCSE Maths & English at Grade C or above Has experience working in a primary school setting Is passionate about supporting children’s learning and development Demonstrates strong communication skills and emotional intelligence Can work collaboratively and use initiative effectively Has a positive, flexible, and proactive attitude Further information about the position, the trust and the benefits we offer can be found in the attached recruitment pack. About the School Mayflower Community Academy, located in Plymouth, is a vibrant and inclusive primary school committed to providing exceptional education. In December 2023, the academy maintained its Outstanding Ofsted rating. As part of the Learning Academies Trust, Mayflower Academy offers a broad and balanced curriculum that promotes excellence and enables every child to make the most of their distinctive talents. The school is at the heart of the community, working to establish the highest standards of behaviour and achievement, with students' safety and well-being as a priority About the Trust The Learning Academies Trust is a family of 18 schools across Plymouth and surrounding areas, dedicated to delivering outstanding education to all our children, whatever their starting point or background. Our Trust’s mission is: Together we will… work with our children, families, and communities to provide exceptional learning opportunities for all our children As part of the trust, we will support you to learn and develop, providing outstanding CPD and opportunities for collaboration between schools within the trust sharing resources, expertise and knowledge. Further information about the position, the trust and the benefits we offer can be found in the attached recruitment pack. To request a tour of the school or to discuss the role in anyway please contact the school on the number below. If you believe you can demonstrate the dedication, skills and passion required, we look forward to receiving your application. If there are no vacancies currently, but you would like to register your interest for future vacancies, please join our talent pool and we will be in touch as soon as we have a suitable position. Please note, the closing date is for guidance only. Successful applicants will be invited to interview at the earliest available opportunity. Learning Academies Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy early if a suitab