Teaching Assistant

High Park School; Cottingley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD programme

Multidisciplinary team

Supportive community

Job summary

Carlton Academy Trust is seeking a compassionate Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated multi-disciplinary team. You will support children with SEN, helping them access learning, build confidence and develop independence within a nurturing educational setting.

We offer a comprehensive CPD programme, collaborative teamwork with teachers and therapists, and a strong commitment to pupil welfare and school improvement.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, adaptable and enthusiastic approach to supporting pupils.
• Commitment to inclusion and helping pupils access learning.
• Ability to work with families and professionals in a multi-disciplinary setting.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people with special educational needs to access learning and develop independence.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and families to deliver personalised support.
• Help pupils reach their full potential in a nurturing school environment.

Job description

'CAT employs rolling recruitment methodologies, with shortlisting and interviews for some roles taking place as and when applications are received. This may mean that some roles are recruited to before the closing date, we therefore advise that applications are made without undue delay.

Who We Are

Carlton Academy Trust is a dynamic, values-driven multi-academy trust based in West Yorkshire. Established in 2019, with schools across Bradford and Leeds. Recognised as a World Class Trust by the World Class Schools Quality Mark, we are united by a clear vision: "Excellence for All".

Why Join Us?

At Carlton Academy Trust, people are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to foster an open, collaborative culture where every member of staff is empowered to lead, innovate, and make a meaningful impact. We invest in professional growth, provide clear career pathways, and celebrate success at every level.

What makes us stand out:

Employee wellbeing is extremely important to us, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive employee benefits package through the 'Carlton Cares' programme, designed to support physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Full details can be found at:

Employee Benefits - Carlton Academy Trust

We are looking for:

We are looking for a compassionate, adaptable, and enthusiastic Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated multi-disciplinary team, combining educational and therapeutic approaches to support children and young people. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in developing a career in mental health or education while making a meaningful impact on the lives of pupils with special educational needs. The successful candidate will be passionate about inclusion, committed to achieving excellent outcomes, and confident in supporting pupils to access learning, build confidence, develop independence, and thrive within a nurturing and supportive school environment. Working collaboratively with colleagues, families, and professionals, you will play a key role in helping every pupil reach their full potential.

We can offer you:

• A fantastic programme of CPD that offers comprehensive development in the areas of neurodiversity including autism, communication, behaviour and sensory processing
• An opportunity to work as part of a multidisciplinary team including teachers and therapists
• A dynamic and supportive community that is committed to school improvement
• A caring working environment where the education and welfare of pupils and staff are central to our practice

If you share our ambition, we would love to hear from you. Join us on our journey to deliver exceptional education and achieve our vision of "Excellence for All".

We welcome visits to the school; to arrange a convenient time please contact; Anita Riedel, Recruitment Manager at [e-mail]

The Trust has adopted the principles of Safer Recruitment and will safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to do the same. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and subscribe to the DBS update service.

Carlton Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer.