Level 1 Teaching Assistant

Eteach; Leeds; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Richmond Hill Academy seeks a Level 1 Teaching Assistant to provide essential support in delivering high-quality education. This full-time role offers an excellent salary and a generous benefits package, including opportunities for training and professional development. Join a dedicated team committed to creating a positive and nurturing learning environment for students.

Benefits

Membership of a teacher or local government pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts at major retailers

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Must have GCSE Grade A*-C in English and Mathematics.
• Experience working with young people is needed.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality teaching support.
• Working closely with teachers and supporting student learning.
• Contributing to the overall development of students.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Patience

Education

GCSE Grade A*-C in English and Mathematics

Job description

Start date to be agreed with the successful candidate.

Level 1 Teaching Assistant

A1-B1 (SCP 2- 6) £23,656- £25,183

Actual Salary: £20,346 - £21,659

Contract: 37 Hours Per Week, Term Time Only + 5 Days

Richmond Hill Academy is seeking to recruit an inspirational colleague to the role of Teaching Assistant. This role is of great importance to our work as an Academy in providing high quality teaching support.

Potential applicants should have:

• GCSE Grade A*-C in English and Mathematics.

• The ability to work alone and as part of a team.

• Experience of working with young people.

What we offer you:

As a trust, we want to ensure that professionals at every stage in their career have the opportunity to enjoy expert support and training. We are pleased to offer a generous benefits package to our team – as we work together to create a rewarding future for all including:

• Membership of a teacher or local government pension scheme, depending on the role.

• A commitment to continued investment in our professionals, supporting every member of staff throughout their career in the trust.

• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential professional advice and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

• Discounts and online offers at major high street/online retailers.

• £2k Cycle to work scheme.

About us:

“Exceptional leadership at all levels has brought about considerable improvement for the opportunities and experiences of pupils in the school.” (Ofsted, March 2022).

Richmond Hill Academy is a larger than average 'Good' school with many areas of our work graded 'Outstanding' by Ofsted. The transformation of our school has been possible due to the exceptional skill and commitment of our staff members and the support of The GORSE Academies Trust and our whole community. Richmond Hill Academy is a school where ‘’staff are happy, feel listened to and are well trained’’. As one teacher described to an inspector “I walk out of school happy every day’’

We are looking for professionals who want to join our remarkable team, be part of the next chapter of our academy and work with children whose respect for one another and their community is ‘’breathtaking’’.

As a school, we can offer you the following benefits:

• Fantastic children, ready and eager to learn and grow.

• Supportive working environments where your talents will be valued and nurtured through our bespoke CPD offer.

• Committed and passionate teams that champion the best outcomes for children.

• Opportunity to be at the cutting edge of educational development.

If you would like to know more about our academy, please visit our website.

Candidates are also encouraged to visit the academy to look around, please see contact details in the how to apply section.

Please note if you submit an electronic application, we will not require a hard copy. CVs are not accepted.

Closing date for applications: Apply Now

Interviews will take place: TBC

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to full employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and barring service check. We promote diversity and aim to establish a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds.

Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK – either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply for this position.