Teaching Assistant

Northern Education Trust; Kearsley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Kearsley is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support students in achieving their GCSEs. The role involves mentoring students, particularly those with special needs, while providing practical and learning assistance under supervision. Relevant experience with academic support is essential, and this position offers opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Free flu vaccinations

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Experience working with students, especially those with special needs.
• Ability to provide academic support and mentoring.
• Effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support students requiring additional mentoring to achieve GCSE.
• Provide learning support under direction of a teacher.

Skills

Mentoring

Support for special needs

Group facilitation

Communication

Job description

Overview

We are looking to fill a permanent position for a Teaching Assistant. Our successful Candidate will work as part of the academy to support interventions with students who require additional mentoring to achieve GCSE, working with small groups and individual students across Key Stage 3 and 4 as required, to promote the learning and welfare of students by providing practical and learning support to students, including those with special needs under the direction of a class teacher/Inclusion Manager. For full details of the role, please view the Job Description attached.

Responsibilities

• Support interventions with students who require additional mentoring to achieve GCSE, including working with small groups and individual students across Key Stage 3 and 4 as required.
• Provide practical and learning support to students, including those with special needs, under the direction of a class teacher/Inclusion Manager.

Programme and development

• The support and expertise of Director of Subjects.
• A full and detailed programme of support and development for all.
• A further comprehensive programme of professional development, including leadership, provided through the NET Staff College.

Employee benefits

• Free flu vaccinations
• Free onsite parking

Safeguarding and recruitment

In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the interview process. The Trust is committed to considering flexible working requests. The Trust is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. All posts are subject to enhanced disclosure and barring service checks. We expect all adults to share our commitment to safeguarding and the health and wellbeing of our pupils.