Teaching Assistant - Early Years Focused

Join Lace Hill Academy - A Community Where Every Child Matters Lace Hill Academy is a nurturing, inclusive and ambitious school at the heart of its community. We are proud of the strong relationships we build with children and families, our high expectations for all learners, and our unwavering commitment to ensuring every child feels safe, valued and successful. As part of Campfire Education Trust, we benefit from a strong collaborative network of schools committed to excellence, inclusion and continuous improvement. Staff at Lace Hill Academy are supported through high-quality professional development, collaboration across the Trust and opportunities to share and develop best practice alongside colleagues from other schools. At Lace Hill Academy, we recognise that children thrive when they feel a true sense of belonging. We are passionate about inclusion and committed to ensuring that all pupils — regardless of need, background or starting point — are able to access a rich, meaningful and aspirational education. We are seeking a caring, committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant with an Early Years focus, a level 3 in childcare would be desirable but is not essential. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a genuine difference to children’s lives and who values the importance of relationships, nurture and high expectations. This role is particularly suited to someone who: Believes positive relationships are at the heart of successful learning Understands the importance of supporting children to become emotionally and academically ready to learn Has high aspirations for all children, including those with additional needs Can work collaboratively as part of a team Is flexible, proactive and committed to inclusive practice Brings warmth, patience and positivity to their work with children At Lace Hill Academy, inclusion is everyone’s responsibility, and we are committed to ensuring no child is left behind. We are keen to identify strong candidates early and reserve the right to interview before the closing date. Job details Job title: Teaching Assistant Actual Salary: £18746 - £18938 Hours: 32.5 hours - Term Time only (38 weeks) Contract type: Fixed term, term time Reporting to: Class teacher Main purpose The TA will: Work with class teachers to raise the learning and attainment of pupils Promote pupils’ independence, self-esteem and social inclusion Give support to pupils, individually or in groups, so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning, and experience a sense of achievement Duties and responsibilities Teaching and learning Demonstrate an informed and efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to support the work of the teacher and increase achievement of all pupils including, where appropriate, those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) Promote, support and facilitate inclus