Teaching Assistant

Humberston Academy; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working patterns

Benefits Platform

Cycle to Work Scheme

Restaurant discounts

Cinema tickets

Job summary

Humberston Academy is seeking a committed Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. You will work with the Quality of Education Team to support teachers’ strategies and help all students access a knowledge-rich curriculum.

The role involves supporting SENCO responsibilities and collaborating with families and external agencies where needed. This permanent post is 32.5 hours per week across 39 weeks per year, with a focus on personal, social and educational development as well as day-to-day

Qualifications

• Able to communicate effectively with students and parents to represent the Academy positively.
• Proactive, adaptable and able to work within a team.
• Willingness to engage in safeguarding and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Develop an in depth understanding of the specific needs of individual and groups of student(s).
• Guide, support and empower students to develop personal, emotional and social development.
• Assist with routine administrative tasks and basic IT skills.
• Observe and record student progress, providing reports to inform assessment.
• Supervise students in dining, playground and general areas to maintain wellbeing and safety.
• Support learning activities and differentiate methods to meet identified needs.
• Attend training courses to support the Academy and professional development.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Active listening

Adaptability

Job description

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

We aim to reduce barriers to learning for our most vulnerable students through co-ordination of intervention and Teaching Assistant deployment. As a Teaching Assistant in our Academy, you work effectively with the ‘Quality of Education Team’ to support teachers’ strategies in order for all students to access a knowledge rich and inclusive curriculum. You also support SENCO responsibilities including working with external agencies and families including timely reviews following the SEND Code of Practice.

Our recent Ofsted inspection stated, “Pupils’ additional needs, including any special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), are quickly identified. The school works with external professionals to provide any additional support that these pupils may need. Teachers help pupils with SEND to access the curriculum. Pupils who access the school’s ‘Hive’ provision are particularly well supported by the school.”

Therefore, we are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic candidate to become part of this integral team at Humberston.

About the role

Develop an in depth understanding of the specific needs of individual and groups of student(s)

Guide, support and empower students to develop and work towards individual personal care objectives and enhance personal, emotional and social development.

Assess, plan, organise and provide practical assistance in relation to identified physical needs e.g. transportation, dressing, meal times, and organisation of learning equipment to support personal, health, social and emotional development (PHSE) to promote independence.

Observe individuals and groups of students’ personal, social and learning achievements. Maintain appropriate records, monitor progression and attainment and provide reports and information to inform and support the assessment process.

Plan, organise and undertake routine learning activities with either individuals or groups of students to facilitate their physical, emotional, social and educational development.

Monitor student’s and young people’s conduct and behaviour throughout the mainstream learning process and intervene to resolve complex, difficult or challenging issues using appropriate techniques, skills, strategies and routine sanctions to de-escalate potentially very difficult situations or resolve conflict with individual and groups of students. Establish, maintain or restore a safe and calm atmosphere conducive to learning which ensures the safety and wellbeing of students, staff and visitors.

Providing guidance, assistance, information and support to engage all students in learning activities to enable informed choices about educational and life opportunities.

Carrying out routine administrative tasks i.e. photocopying, basic record keeping, and basic IT skills.

Evaluate individual student contribution and provide feedback to the teacher and other colleagues suggesting alternative methods of differentiation that respond to identified needs.

Preparing and clearing up classroom materials and learning areas ensuring that they are available for use.

Present displays in the allocated learning environment to enhance the learning experience and celebrate the achievements of students and provide information.

Organise and participate in the supervision of individuals and groups of students in dining, playground and circulation areas throughout the day. Ensure that students are engaged in appropriate activity and intervene to maintain behaviour standards and ensure wellbeing, safety and welfare.

Participate in the organisation of and support educational visits and outings to enhance the students’ learning experience.

Attend training courses to respond to identified needs, support the Academy and contribute to on-going professional development.

This is a permanent post, working 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year.

About our Academy

Humberston Academy is an oversubscribed ‘outstanding’ academy located in an affluent area of North East Lincolnshire. With Ofsted recognising the outstanding practice in place for Behaviour and Attitudes, Safeguarding and Personal Development, our students are in safe hands with regards to expert support. Humberston Academy achieved ‘World Class Schools’ status in December 2019 and re‑accredited in 2022. Humberston Academy continues to deliver incredible opportunities to young people with a specific focus on STEM enrichment and favourable links to the apprenticeships industry as well as traditional route towards higher education.

Humberston Academy has also been appointed as the Teaching School Hub for the local region which will allow all colleagues to access leading edge career professional development in order to enhance the standard of teaching as well as the opportunity to deliver CPD to colleagues locally in our profession.

Providing our young people access to a world‑class education and enrichment experiences is what drives us. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop their character and learn. From the classroom to cultural visits, sports, music and arts as well as engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences equip our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become active and purposeful global citizens.

At Humberston Academy we are committed to equality, inclusion and diversity. We are incredibly proud to have been awarded the Rainbow Flag award in 2022 and successfully re‑accredited in 2025. In addition to this Humberston Academy prides itself on sharing important environmental values with all our stakeholders. This has allowed us to achieve Eco School Status since 2021. The successful applicant will be expected to be aligned to our ethos and culture as a member of Team Humberston.

We work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the Trust’s vision, to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

You will be joining a hard‑working, friendly and supportive team community at a very exciting time as our academy goes from strength to strength.

Salary & Benefits

NJC4 FTE £6,016 FTE (£20,072.62 pro rata per annum) for 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education

Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme

Awards and Recognition Scheme

Flexible working patterns

Benefits Platform

• holiday discounts
• cinema tickets
• restaurant booking discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

Able to communicate effectively with students and parents to represent the Academy positively and feedback information as appropriate

Able to demonstrate a proactive approach and adaptability in changing situations

Able to work collaboratively within a team and the wider community

Highly motivated

Ability to deal with confidential material

Enthusiastic and prepared to work hard

Commitment to safeguarding the children and young people in the school’s care

Honest and trustworthy

Good organisation and time management skills

Have high expectations of what students and staff can achieve

Fully supportive of the aims and ethos of Humberston Academy

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust’s mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world‑class education.

We are a network of unique and diverse academies across the country, committed to delivering a world‑class, knowledge‑rich education that empowers pupils to reach their fullest potential. Spanning North Yorkshire, the East Riding of Yorkshire, North‑East Lincolnshire, the East Midlands and London, our network of 36 academies serves over 14,600 pupils and employs 2,300 dedicated staff.

Our family of schools includes 24 primaries, 10 secondaries, an all-through school in London’s Olympic Park, and a special school in Lincolnshire supporting pupils aged 2‑19 with a broad range of special educational needs. As one of only 11 system leaders nationwide, we are recognised for our unwavering commitment to educational excellence, our innovative curriculum, and ability to drive sustained school improvement at scale. At the heart of our Mission is a deep belief in the transformative power of education. We are committed to ensuring that every child - regardless of their background - has access to an exceptional academic experience enriched by extensive co‑curricular opportunities. From small rural primaries to large urban secondaries, our academies benefit from the strength of a collaborative, values‑driven community, in which expertise is shared, best practices are embedded, and each school retains its distinctive character.

We broaden the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well‑rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world‑class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivaled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.