The Role

Thames Primary Academy and Nursery 

Let your Potential Soar!

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, dedicated and motivated Teaching Assistant to support in various classrooms across EYFS, KS1 and KS2.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful primary academy within the ATC (Achievement Through Collaboration) Multi Academy Trust.

We are extremely proud of our school; the achievements of our children, the expertise and dedication of our staff, the support of our parents, our outstanding facilities and our reputation as a centre of excellence.

The school and nursery classrooms and the outdoor play areas have been modernised and refurbished to an exceptional standard over recent years and we are very proud to be able to offer our children a truly exceptional learning environment which is bright, stimulating and state of the art in terms of technology, innovation and comfort. 

A building, however, is only as good as the people working within.  Staff and pupils benefit from the investment we place on their development: as well as playing a key part in supporting other schools across the ATC Achievement through Collaboration Trust. 

Our Ethos

At Thames we have children firmly at the heart of all that we do.💜

Our academy is a place where children flourish and grow because they: 

• have a strong sense of belonging
• feel safe and secure and are nurtured and supported
• follow our positive behaviour aspirations of being  ready, responsible and respectful
• are motivated and praised for both their effort and achievement 
• can make mistakes and see them as learning opportunities
• have access to an aspirational curriculum that is tailored to meet their need
• are challenged to work hard, be determined and have a positive attitude
• are motivated to be ambitious and to strive for personal excellence

Our Aims 

• We offer a curriculum which is broad in content, rich in possibilities, instils a love for learning and a strong grounding in mastering the basics for future success.
• We offer children a high quality and inclusive environment,  by holding the highest expectations of all our pupils and knowing our children well.
• We promote an ethos of respect and empathy, where diversity is valued and celebrated – both within the school and in the wider world.
• We build strong relationships with children, parents and carers based on trust and mutual respect. 
• We celebrate perseverance, resilience and risk-taking, ensuring children welcome challenges and are not frightened to make mistakes.
• We strive for all children to leave Thames as independent learners with self-belief and an abiding respect for others. 
• We are driven to ensure our academy is a place where successful learners, responsible citizens and confident individuals are ready for their next step in education and their future lives. 

We are looking for a teaching assistant who:

• Has experience of working with EYFS/KS1 and/or KS2 pupils.
• Puts the children first, is fully committed to inclusion and continually strives for high standards from themselves and others.
• Will dedicate time to build and develop positive relationships with pupils, families and the wider community.
• Is a creative thinker who makes learning meaningful for all children and particularly those with a variety of barriers to their learning.
• Is a strong, resilient team player with high levels of emotional intelligence, positivity, and a good sense of humour.
• Is a reflective practitioner who is keen to improve their practice recognising that, as adults, we are continuously learning.

What we can offer you:

• A commitment to promoting staff well being by providing certainty, fairness and consistency in the treatment of all employees.
• A supportive staff team and access to instructional coaching to support you in further developing your role.
• A broad range of internal and external CPD opportunities, including leadership pathways and NPQ qualifications.
• A Chromebook for personal and professional use.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), delivered by Wisdom.

If you have any questions about the position or would like to have a look around the school please call 01253 341466 and ask for Headteacher, Julie Allison or email jallison@thames.atctrust.org.uk

In your application please indicate in your supporting letter how your skills, experience and beliefs align with ours.

Closing date: 9.00 am Friday 22nd November 2024

Interview Date: 27th November 2024

Start Date: 6th January 2025

Salary:  NJC Grade C SCP 5-6 FTE £24,790 - £25,183 per annum (pro rata salary £19,198 - £19,502 pa)

Location:  Thames Primary Academy, Severn Road, South Shore, Blackpool FY4 1EE

Contract type:  Part-time / 33.5 hours per week (Mon-Wed 8.30am -3.30pm, Thur 8.30am-4.30pm Fri 8.30am-3.30pm)/ Term time plus 1 week insets

Contract term:  Permanent

Positions: 1

Our Vision

At Thames, we take pride in developing outstanding teaching and learning by holding the highest expectations of all our pupils and knowing the children well. We challenge all children to strive for academic, creative, sporting and personal accomplishment within a broad, vibrant and enriched curriculum. Our students are given time to explore subjects and develop deep understanding. We celebrate perseverance, resilience and risk-taking, ensuring children welcome challenge and are not frightened to make mistakes.

We encourage children to take ownership of and responsibility for their learning, so they have the confidence and curiosity to ask questions, solve problems and respond to quality feedback. Children are praised for hard work, determination and having a positive attitude, in order to create an inclusive school where everyone can flourish, whatever their background.

We promote an ethos of respect and empathy, where diversity is valued and celebrated – both within the school and the wider world. Safeguarding and welfare are extremely important and pupils are taught the virtues of kindness, appreciation and what it means to be courageous. Special care is taken to educate everyone in the Thames community about the needs of others and how best to meet them. We foster open and honest communication with parents, carers and specialists and actively seek to engage with all members of our community in a positive and supportive manner.

High-quality teaching is a key priority at Thames and the relationship between staff and children underpins inspirational, supportive and effective teaching and learning. Staff are actively involved in identifying their support and training needs and this leads to careers with clear progression. We ensure that there is a wide range of quality training available and that staff are able to learn from each other and share good practice.

It is our aim for all children to leave Thames as independent learners with self-belief and abiding respect for others. We aim to instil a lifelong love for learning and a strong grounding for future success.

At Thames Primary Academy we strive to ensure our pupils enjoy the best possible education and we are continuously driving for improvement.

“Let Your Potential Soar”

At Thames we take the ‘whole child’ into account. We want our pupils to leave school with excellent subject knowledge and skills, but also to leave as caring, respectful, tolerant and enthusiastic learners, who are well-equipped to become good citizens.

We look forward to you visiting our school so that you can see us in action.

Mrs J Allison

Headteacher

Safeguarding Information

AtC Trust and its Schools are committed to safeguarding children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service which will require you to disclose all unspent/unfiltered criminal convictions.

Achievement Through Collaboration Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination, and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.



We understand how important choosing the right school is and so, on behalf of our children and staff, we warmly invite you to visit our school and experience for yourself the quality of education we offer.