Teaching Assistant (Eyfs)

Endike Academyis now recruiting for a Teaching Assistant (EYFS). This role could be your next career opportunity.

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About the role

• Endike Academy is looking for an energetic Early Years practitioner to join our successful Foundation Stage team.
• With support from Teachers/Nursery lead practitioner oversee the resourcing and delivery of teaching and learning, adult focused teaching, child-initiated activities and spontaneous experiences.
• Work co-operatively with colleagues, other professionals, and agencies to meet the needs of young children and enable them to progress.
• Plan enabling environments, activities, play opportunities and the (DRET Curriculum) educational programmes to support children’s holistic development through a range of play, creativity, social development and learning.
• Implement and review activities to support children’s play, creativity, social development and learning.
• The above principal accountabilities are not exhaustive and may vary without changing the character of the job or level of responsibility.
• To observe children, assess, plan and record the outcomes, sharing results accurately and confidentially in line with expected statutory framework and DRET assessment policy.
• The above duties may involve having access to information of a confidential nature, which may be covered by the Data Protection Act. Confidentiality must be maintained at all times.
• The postholder must be flexible to ensure the operational needs of the School are met. This includes the undertaking of duties of a similar nature and responsibility as and when required, throughout the various workplaces in the School.
• To promote the School’s Equal Opportunity Employment Policy.
• The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act (1974) and other associated legislation places responsibilities for Health and Safety on all employees. Therefore, it is the post holder’s responsibility to take reasonable care for the Health, Safety and Welfare of him/herself and other employees in accordance with legislation and the schools Safety Policy and Programme. Specific details are outlined in the Departmental Safety Policy.
• Where the post holder is disabled, every effort will be made to supply all the necessary employment aids, equipment or adaptations to enable him/her to perform the full duties of the job. If, however, a certain task proves to be unachievable then job redesign will be given full consideration.
• 35 Hours/ Term Time/ Permanent

Salary & Benefits

• NJC03- NJC05, £22,737.00 - £23,500.00 FTE - £18,892.14 - £19,526.11 Pro Rata

• Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Awards and Recognition Scheme
• Flexible working patterns
• Benefits Platform
• discounts on car leasing
• holiday discounts
• cinema tickets
• restaurant booking discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

Endike Academy is looking to appoint an inspiring and highly driven Early Year Practitioner.

NVQ 2 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualifications or experience.

GCSE Grade A – C English and Maths

Recent experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age. (2-5 year olds)

A practitioner who can work well as part of a team and is innovative, creative and has a passion for working with young children.

The ability to motivate and challenge, to share good practice and to improve outcomes for children.

To support children’s learning by building strong connections with children and their families.

Have a solid knowledge of child development and be able to engage in high quality interactions, to document children’s significant learning and to contribute to the maintenance and enhancement of a high-quality, enabling environment.

To work under the instruction/guidance of teaching/senior leaders.

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 34 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please use the ‘apply now’ button.

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with \"Keeping Children Safe in Education\" statutory guidance.