Teaching Assistant

About Us

COLAT is driven by an unwavering ambition to be the best. We believe exceptional people create outstanding schools, transforming lives and shaping the future of every student. We have academies located in north, south and east London combining the heritage and tradition of the Corporation of London with a genuinely innovative, enterprising, and entrepreneurial ethos. We are also committed to providing training and development to all our staff, plus excellent career advancement opportunities within our evolving Trust.

We:

- believe strongly in the transformational nature of education operating schools in areas of significant disadvantage.

- understand that strong outcomes lead to improved life chances for our students, so we are unapologetically results driven.

- adopt a ‘warm/strict’ approach, combining high expectations with care and support meaning that we never compromise on standards or expectations

- ensure that no student’s background becomes a reason for low expectations.

provide an environment where students can learn without disruption

- maintain exemplary standards of behaviour, with systems, rituals and norms that instil strong habits

- take great pride in fostering an exceptionally positive learning environment and we work meticulously to maintain our strong ethos and culture.

About Redriff

City of London Academies Trust is driven by a simple ambition: to provide an exceptional education for every child.

COLAT currently comprises eight secondary academies, three primary academies and one sixth form centre across London. We combine the heritage and tradition of the City of London Corporation with a genuinely innovative and ambitious approach to education. We are committed to developing our staff and offer professional development and opportunities for career progression.

Redriff Primary School is an Outstanding school located in the heart of Rotherhithe, Southwark. We are proud to serve a diverse and vibrant community and are committed to ensuring every child achieves and thrives. Our school is recognised for its inclusive ethos, ambitious curriculum, exceptional pastoral care and strong outcomes for children.

We are also home to the largest Primary Resource Base in Southwark, supporting autistic children through a highly inclusive and specialist provision. Our work is underpinned by our commitment to high expectations, equity and opportunity for all.

At Redriff, our values encourage children to be:

• Compassionate
• Enlightened
• Aspirational
• Adventurous
• Individual

These values underpin our approach to learning, relationships and the development of every child.

About the Role

City of London Academies Trust (COLAT) is seeking to appoint a dedicated, enthusiastic and compassionate Teaching Assistant for Redriff Primary School.

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is passionate about supporting children’s learning, wellbeing and personal development. Working closely with teachers and other colleagues, you will play an important role in helping to create a positive, inclusive and stimulating learning environment where every child is supported to achieve their full potential.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will support the delivery of high-quality teaching and learning by working with individuals, small groups and whole classes. You will help children to develop their knowledge, skills, confidence and independence, adapting your approach to meet a range of learning needs and abilities.

You will contribute to an inclusive classroom environment where children feel safe, valued and motivated to learn. You will work collaboratively with teachers and other professionals to support children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), helping to remove barriers to learning and ensuring that all children can participate fully in school life.

You will also play an important role in promoting positive behaviour, supporting children’s social and emotional development, and encouraging our school values in everyday interactions. Through your patience, encouragement and positive relationships, you will help children to develop resilience, independence and a love of learning.

Part time hours: 8:45am - 12:30pm

About you

We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant who:

• Is passionate about supporting children to learn, develop and achieve their full potential.
• Has high expectations for all children and believes that every child can succeed.
• Is committed to inclusion and understands the importance of meeting the diverse needs of children, including those with SEND.
• Can build positive, supportive and professional relationships with children and colleagues.
• Uses patience, encouragement and positive approaches to promote good behaviour and engagement in learning.
• Can support children to develop confidence, resilience and independence.
• Is able to work effectively as part of a team, following teachers’ guidance and contributing to a collaborative learning environment.
• Communicates effectively with colleagues and, where appropriate, parents and carers.
• Is flexible, proactive and willing to adapt their approach to meet children’s changing needs.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Shares our belief that every child deserves an ambitious education and the opportunity to thrive, regardless of their background or starting point.

The successful candidate will be a positive role model who demonstrates professionalism, compassion and enthusiasm. They will be committed to supporting high-quality teaching and learning and helping to ensure that every child at Redriff feels safe, included and able to succeed.

Interview are scheduled to take place on Thursday 23rd October.

City of London Academies Trust supports Equal Opportunities Employment.

City of London Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, including enhanced DBS checks and a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the standards which flows from City of London Academies Trust vision and values.

Our schools are based in the heart of an evolving community in Southwark, and we value the diversity of our workforce. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team.

The role is covered by part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

City of London Academies Trust Company Registration No. 04504128.