Qualified Teaching Assistant

Hall Park Academy; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Park Vale Academy in Nottingham is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional learning needs in a warm, inclusive classroom.

The role is 32.5 hours per week, permanent and term-time only, with actual salary £22,018–£23,841 per annum. You will work with teachers to help students make good progress and take part in activities across the academy while upholding safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with additional learning needs.
• Ability to work effectively with teachers and parents.
• Commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with learning needs to achieve progress.
• Assist teachers in delivering lessons and activities.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Park Vale Academy

Redhill Academy Trust pay scale Band 7 Scale Points 32 - 36

Actual salary: £22,018 - £23,841 per annum (FTE: £26,141 - £28,305)

32.5 hours per week - Permanent, Term time only

Required from November 2026

Do you want to make a real difference to the lives of young people with additional learning needs?

About You…

This rewarding opportunity is for someone who is compassionate, committed and passionate about helping young people thrive both academically and personally.

What We Can Offer…

At Park Vale Academy we’re proud to be part of Redhill Academy Trust, a community Trust that values and invests in its people. You can expect:

• A warm welcome and thorough induction
• Supportive teams and professional networks
• High-quality CPD through the Redhill Teaching Hub
• Personalised appraisal via our ‘My Contribution’ scheme
• Recognition and celebration of your achievements

Our Trust is a regional leader in teacher training and high-quality professional development, delivered through the DfE designated Redhill Teaching Hub. The Redhill College of Leadership and Development?offers excellent CPD opportunities and a chance to work alongside colleagues from other high-performing schools in the region.

Explore our full range of staff benefits: Redhill Academy Trust - Why Work For Us?

Why Redhill Academy Trust?

Our mission is simple: Working together to help all our students achieve their best - now and in the future. We’re proud to serve our communities with high-performing academies that transform lives and opportunities. Learn more: Redhill Academy Trust - Mission & Values

Your role…

As a Teaching Assistant you’ll: support pupils, parents, teachers and the school to establish a supportive and nurturing learning environment in which students with special educational needs make good academic progress and can participate in activities across the Academy.

For information on our recruitment process please visit: Redhill Academy Trust - Recruitment Process

Redhill Academy Trust is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS and child barred list checks, candidate online search and successful references.