Specialist Teaching Assistant

Outwood Grange Academies Trust; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Outwood Academy Brumby in Scunthorpe is seeking a Specialist Teaching Assistant. The role involves delivering targeted GCSE support, mentoring students, and using dyslexia knowledge to drive progress. You will manage complex caseloads and lead interventions with bespoke programmes.

The post sits within the Outwood Grange family, offering 35 hours per week during term time plus five days. Start date is immediately, with salary in the 27,724–29,916 range.

Qualifications

• GCSE-focused support for students.
• Experience in mentoring students and delivering targeted interventions.
• Knowledge of dyslexia-friendly strategies and adaptations.
• Ability to manage complex student caseloads with sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-level targeted support to raise GCSE attainment.
• Manage and prioritise a complex student caseload.
• Lead statutory reviews and contribute to bespoke intervention programmes.
• Provide specialist knowledge on educational adaptations.

Job description

Role: Specialist Teaching Assistant

Academy: Outwood Academy Brumby

Start Date: As soon as possible

Salary (Actual Salary): £27,724 - £29,916 (Grade 9)

Working Pattern: 35 hours per week. Term time plus 5 days.

Are you a highly qualified and experienced professional ready to deliver targeted, high-level support that drives academic attainment, particularly at GCSE level? Join us as a Specialist Teaching Assistant, utilizing your expertise in subjects like Maths, English, or dyslexia to mentor students. This senior role involves managing complex student caseloads, providing specialist knowledge on adaptations, leading statutory reviews, and ensuring bespoke intervention programmes deliver measurable academic progress.

Welcome from the Principal:

Thank you for your interest in the vacancy at Outwood Academy Brumby.

As Principal, it's my privilege to introduce you to our academy of 750 friendly students in the heart of Scunthorpe. We are deeply committed to the pursuit of excellence and to nurturing the potential of every child and staff member. By 2028, we will be celebrating 10 years of making a difference in our community.

What distinguishes us is our incredible staff team, who share a strong belief in the transformative power of education. We thrive on making positive, supportive relationships with everyone and foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous growth.

We are looking for inspirational, dedicated professionals who will add value both academically and through involvement in the fabric of learning beyond the classroom. If you share our passion for making a meaningful difference, we would be thrilled to welcome you to our team. I look forward to meeting you.

If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact Marion Chambers, HR Assistant at [e-mail]