Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Teaching Assistant E-ACT Merritts Brook Academy | Be The best version of you! E-ACT Merritts Brook Academy is a vibrant learning environment dedicated to nurturing exceptional teaching and learning while upholding consistently high standards and expectations. Rooted in our core values of Equality, Resilience, Respect, Responsibility, Pride, Aspirations and Reflections we strive to provide a rich and exciting curriculum that empowers all our pupils with the necessary knowledge and skills to thrive. Our values are personal to our school and our community. They are a result of listening to one another, effective teamwork- they derive from our pupils, parents and staff. By working collaboratively together on our values, we feel they work more effectively in bringing us together as a caring, respectful community, as they have been created through mutual respect here at E-ACT Merritts Brook Academy. At E-ACT Merritts Brook Academy, we prioritise creating a happy and secure environment where every pupil feels valued and supported. Find out more here: https://merrittsbrookacademy.e-act.org.uk Want to make a difference to young people? Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey within an educational community that values diversity, encourages collaboration, and celebrates excellence? Join our friendly academy as a dedicated Teaching Assistant, supporting enthusiastic learners to thrive every day. You will work alongside experienced teachers, nurture confidence, and help create an inclusive, inspiring environment. If you are caring, proactive, and passionate about education, we would love to welcome you to our team. Key responsibilities: Select appropriate resources/methods to facilitate agreed learning activities, differentiating and adapting learning programmes to suit the needs of allocated pupils Assist with the implementation of individual Education/Behaviour plans and Personal Care programs as agreed with the teacher. Support pupils in social and emotional well-being, reporting problems to the teacher as appropriate. Establish constructive relationships with pupils and interact with them according to individual needs. Understand and support independent learning and inclusion of all pupils as required. Pay range: SCP 5-8 £22,500.85 - £23,592.34 (FTE: £25,583.00 - £26,824.00) 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year Permanent Qualifications and Skills: TA qualification or relevant experience GCSE Maths and English minimum grade C or equivalent Ability to work with an individual child or with a group Knowledge of strategies for spelling, reading and number skills What are we about? Join a trust that is going places! At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our ‘Opening Minds, Opening Doors’ strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure ever