Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential? Do you enjoy working as part of a dedicated team in a positive and inclusive school environment? The Elms Primary School is seeking a caring, enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to join our team on a fixed term contract. This is an exciting opportunity to support pupils in their learning and development, helping them thrive both academically and personally. As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other professionals to provide high-quality classroom support, ensuring all pupils can access learning opportunities and achieve success. The Role You will: Support pupils in the classroom and during learning activities. Provide individual and small-group support, including for pupils with additional needs. Promote inclusion, independence, confidence and positive behaviour. Assist with the implementation of education, behaviour and personal care plans. Help create a safe, stimulating and supportive learning environment. Monitor and record pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff. Support literacy, numeracy and wider curriculum activities. Assist with educational visits, lunchtime supervision and other school activities as required. About you We are looking for someone who: Has experience working with or caring for children. Has good literacy and numeracy skills. Can build positive relationships with children, colleagues and families. Works effectively as part of a team. Understands the importance of safeguarding and inclusion. Is willing to learn and engage in professional development opportunities. Has knowledge of child development and learning strategies (desirable). Holds a Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent experience (desirable). What we offer At The Elms Primary School, we believe that staff wellbeing, development and work-life balance are essential. We are committed to creating a culture where colleagues feel valued, supported and empowered to succeed. Join Us If you are passionate about helping young people succeed and want to be part of a Trust that values kindness, integrity, ambition and unity, we would love to hear from you. We warmly invite you to visit our school. If you require further information or would like to arrange a tour, please contact us on office@tep.cambrianlt.org or call us on 01367 240232. The Elms Primary School & Cambrian Learning Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and preventing extremism. We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Check. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches for publicly available information. Cambrian Learning Trust is an equal opportunities emplo