Forest Glade Primary School are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to provide high-quality,  engaging and responsive teaching support for the pupils in our school. You would be joining an exceptional and supportive team of professionals, who are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and our mission to make every day count for the children. Each of our roles has an impact on the future of our children and so, we put them at the heart of the decisions we make and the services we provide.

 Forest Glade Primary School sits at the heart of Sutton In Ashfield and is a popular school within the local community. We have a strong reputation, and parents return to us generation after generation. Our school building is part of the history of the community, has been extended, and is excellently looked after and cared for. We pride ourselves on being a well-presented and attractive school for children and parents who want to join us. We are a one-form entry, busy, friendly and thriving school, with high expectations for all pupils. We have six primary classes with a single-year group in Foundation Stage 2 and a Nursery running 15 and 30 hours provision. We are a strong team and work well together.  

We can offer you:

• A fantastic working environment, in a team that works together for the benefit of children in our school
• A passionate, positive and motivated team of professionals who put children at the heart of every decision
• An opportunity to be part of a supportive, developmental partnership
• The opportunity for quality Continuous Professional Learning
• A varied job where no day is the same!
• The opportunity for flexible working and a generous holiday entitlement.
• Pensions scheme with generous employer contributions.
• An organisation committed to supporting and enabling all staff 

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about ensuring that all children reach their full potential.
• Is interested in education and impacting on the lives of children
• Understand the importance of inclusivity.
• Has excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Can work effectively with and without direction.
• Enthusiasm, energy, integrity, and professionalism.
• Is a team player.
• Has an eye for detail.
• Is willing to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in. 

Your core duties will be:

• Leading an enhancement area in school that links with personal interests for example eco club, school council, happy playtimes etc
• Communicating with parents and carers
• Meeting with the Head Teacher/Deputy Head to discuss interventions and progress of children you are working with directly
• Providing cover for teaching staff including leading class teaching (under supervision) including PPA cover, plus short-term cover for absence for other staff
• Responding to safeguarding needs of all children in school
• Have first aid responsibilities
• Have a break duty responsibility
• Support teachers in continuing to develop wider opportunities for our children

For further information about Flying High Partnership, visit our website or have a look at our Recruitment Information Booklet where you can hear from our CEO, Staff, and Children from across the Partnership. 

Early application is strongly encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advert ahead of the closing date. Visits to the school are welcome and can be arranged by emailing office@forestglade.notts.sch.uk

We welcome applications from both internal and external candidates. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and post-holders to share this commitment. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applicants. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.