Job Introduction
Branston Junior Academy is seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to join their team.
The successful candidate will work with teachers to support teaching and learning, providing general and specific assistance to pupils and staff under the direction and supervision of the classroom teacher.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
Work with individuals or small groups of pupils in the classroom under the direct supervision of teaching staff and provide feedback to the teacher.
Support pupils to understand instructions and support independent learning and inclusion of all pupils.
Support the teacher to manage the classroom environment.
Support pupils in social and emotional well-being, reporting problems to the teacher as appropriate.
Support children’s learning through play.
Assist with break-time supervision including facilitating games and activities.
Assist with escorting pupils on educational visits.
Support pupils in using ICT.
Support pupils on a one-to-one basis in line with the requirements of an EHCP.
To present a positive personal image, contributing to a welcoming school environment which supports equal opportunities for all.
To perform, in accordance with any directions, which may reasonably be given to you by your Line Manager or Headteacher from time to time, such particular duties as may reasonably be assigned.
Benefits:
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme.
• The opportunity to be part of a highly supportive and ambitious team/school.
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including complimentary Wellbeing Support Programme.
For the full job description and to obtain an application form, please visit our website
Vacancies - Branston Junior School
Completed application forms should be sent to Mrs Houlden, Business Manager at MrsHoulden@branstonjunioracademy.co.uk
Closing Date - 07/01/2026
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service, barred list check, references and medical checks. Pre-employment checks are in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
We want our workforce to reflect the make-up of our community that we serve and therefore welcome all applications irrespective of gender, ethnic origin, belief, sexual orientation, age or disability.
Candidates are advised to write their application to the person specification.
Shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
