Teaching Assistant

Outwood; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

Outwood Academy Kirkby invites applications for a Teaching Assistant to support teachers with tailored learning activities and provide academic and welfare assistance to individuals and small groups. The role includes intervention management for SEND and EAL students and helping develop individualized student support plans.

The position is based at Outwood Academy Kirkby, with a start date as soon as possible and a salary of £14,834 (Grade 3).

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students in a classroom setting.
• Ability to work with diverse learners including SEND and EAL.
• Willingness to contribute to individualized student support plans.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers to implement tailored learning activities.
• Provide academic and welfare support to individuals and small groups.
• Manage interventions including SEND and EAL requirements.
• Assist in developing individualized student support plans.

Skills

Classroom support

Student welfare

Individualized instruction

Intervention management

SEND

EAL

Job description

Role: Teaching Assistant

Academy: Outwood Academy Kirkby

Start Date: As soon as possible

Salary (Actual Salary): £14,834 (Grade 3)

Working Pattern: 25 Hours Per Week, Day to Day, Term Time only plus 5 days.

Are you passionate about removing learning barriers and enabling every student to reach their potential? Join us as a Teaching Assistant, working directly with teachers to implement tailored learning activities and provide essential academic and welfare support to individuals and small groups. This varied role spans classroom support, intervention management (including for SEND and EAL students), and helping to develop individualized student support plans.

Welcome from the Principal:

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

Situated near Nottingham and Mansfield, we are driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence and an unwavering belief in the potential of every child. As one of the newest academies in the Trust, we have already achieved significant progress: our outcomes are in the top 1% nationally for school transformations, with a progress score uplift of over 1.5 in just two years. We have also seen a 5.5% year-on-year rise in student attendance and are looking forward to moving into a brand-new state-of-the-art building.

Our incredible team is dedicated and passionate, motivated by the transformative power of education and a deep commitment to the community. We value collaboration, innovation, and a growth mindset to provide the best learning experience for every child.

As part of the Outwood Family, committed to transforming lives and raising standards, we would be delighted to welcome you to our team if you share our passion for making a real difference.

I look forward to meeting you.

If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact Racheal Renshaw (HR Assistant) at [e-mail]