Teaching Assistant

We are looking for a highly skilled, dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team at Apley Wood Primary Academy . You need to be committed to providing children with exceptional learning opportunities in a fun and caring environment, committed to teamwork, have a can-do attitude with a good sense of humor and be prepared to go that extra mile. You will play an important role in supporting children to thrive within a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment. Working alongside the class teacher, you will help adapt and extend learning to meet the needs of individual pupils, including providing targeted support for children with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Your role will include whole-class support as well as structured small-group and 1:1 activities, helping to ensure every child can access the curriculum and achieve their potential. We are looking for someone who can bring learning to life through practical, hands-on experiences and who is passionate about building children's confidence, independence and love of learning. We are looking for a candidate with enthusiasm and passion for providing the best outcome for all pupils, who: is highly motivated has consistently high expectations nurtures a thirst for knowledge and understanding and a love of learning in all pupils is committed to raising standards and achieving excellence for all is a committed member of our school team has high levels of organisation, proactivity and positivity has a passion for driving up standards and improving outcomes for all pupils able to demonstrate good behaviour management For further information about the role come and visit our school! To book your visit or for an informal discussion, please contact the school office. School visits are encouraged but are by appointment only. Why Work with REAch2 Academy Trust? Join REAch2 Academy Trust, one of the UK's largest primary academy trusts, with a mission to unlock the potential of every child, regardless of their background. Here’s why joining our team can be an exciting and fulfilling career choice: Excellence & Development: We prioritise high standards and offer extensive professional development and career growth opportunities. Supportive & Collaborative: Be part of a strong, collaborative community of over 60 schools where every voice is valued, and best practices are shared. Well-being Focus: We promote a healthy work-life balance and offer robust well-being support for all staff. Diversity & Inclusion: We celebrate diversity and believe that varied perspectives strengthen our schools. Innovation & Impact: Bring creativity to the classroom and make a real difference in children’s lives. Making a difference: Working with REAch2 means contributing to something bigger than yourself. You’ll be helping to shape the lives of young learners, making a meaningful impact on communities and future generations. Join us to grow your career, collaborate with passionate educators, and make a lasting impact on future generations. Benefits We offer a range of benefits to support your career and well-being: Generous Annual Leave: healthy work-life balance. Professional Development: Access diverse CPD and training opportunities to grow your skills. Flexible & Family-Friendly: We are committed to supporting flexible working and requests will be considered on an individual basis, including options such as part time, term-time, home working, and other options that work for both the employee and the Trust. Exclusive Discounts: Benefit from Blue Light Card offers and employee perks. Well-being Support: Receive comprehensive well-being and employee assistance for you and your family. Join REAch2 for a rewarding career with great benefits! Safeguarding, Safer Recruitment and Data Protection At REAch2 we recognise that those who work in an academy are in a unique position in their care of children. The responsibility for all staff to safeguard pupils and promote their welfare, as stated in Section 175 of the Education Act (2002) is one that is central to our ethos, our policies and our actions. All children are deserving of the highest levels of care and safeguarding, regardless of their individual characteristics or circumstances, and we are committed to applying our policies to ensure effective levels of safeguarding and care are afforded to all our pupils. We will seek to recruit the best applicant for the job based on the abilities, qualifications, experience as measured against the job description and person specification. The recruitment and selection of staff will be conducted in a professional, timely and responsive manner and in compliance with current employment legislation, and relevant safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be requested for all successful candidates, including a Children's Barred List check if the role meets the criteria for regulated activity. For more information about our safer recruitment proc