This is a fantastic opportunity to join our team!

We are looking for two dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to become part of our supportive and inclusive school community at Hillside Primary School, where "Achieving Greatness Together" is our motto.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people and supporting their academic and personal development.

Job title: Teaching Assistant

Location: Hillside Primary School

Contract: Permanent, 33.75 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, plus 2 PD days (Monday-Friday 08:15am-3:30pm)

Salary: ALT Grade D 8-11 - £18,933.76 - £19,384.05 Annually (Actual)

Closing Date: Midday, Monday 9th June 2025

About Us

Hillside is a friendly, caring academy with high expectations for all pupils. Our staff team endeavours to provide a calm environment where good behaviour and mutual respect are modelled by everyone, and where everyone is valued.

Key Responsibilities:

Work with individuals or small groups of pupils in the classroom under the direct supervision of teaching staff.
Support the Class Teacher to prepare and maintain a safe and exciting learning environment.
Photocopying, filing and preparing resources for lessons as directed by the Class Teacher.
Ensure children are safeguarded by adhering to all policies and procedures.

We are looking for candidates who:

Are able to communicate effectively with others.
Have experience within a classroom environment.
Have a desire to be involved in school improvement.
Are confident in dealing with pupils.
Are caring, reliable, and positive team players
Are passionate about inclusion and pupil wellbeing

Why Join Us?

Vivup Benefit System.
Employee Assistance Programme.
Cycle to Work Scheme.
LGPS pension scheme.
Extensive support and development opportunities.

If you wish to discover more about this exciting opportunity, then please contact Lucy Wass (Headteacher) l.wass@hillsideprimary.co.uk or 01473 601402.

The Active Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. We expect all staff to actively share this commitment. All adults working in our Trust in whatever capacity will be part of a thorough safer recruitment process. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks including the taking of satisfactory references and enhanced criminal record clearance in line with the need to create and maintain a safe culture.

The Active Learning Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

To ensure we recruit and retain the best talent, all new employees recruited to the Active Learning Trust (leadership, teaching and support staff) will be subject to a 6 months' probation period at the start of their employment. This policy aims to assess new employees' alignment with our culture, teaching standards, and student needs. It is designed to foster success; with regular evaluations and support mechanisms in place, helping us to identify and nurture talent.

We value diversity and welcome applications from all, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. Flexible working will be considered for all roles deemed suitable.

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