Teaching Assistant

Leigh Stationers' Academy; Leigh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

24/7 virtual GP service

Collaborative MAT network

LAT benefits

Job summary

Leigh Stationers' Academy is seeking a knowledgeable and efficient Teaching Assistant to join our team. You will work 1:1 with pupils, support groups, differentiate resources, and monitor targets alongside teachers. Experience with ASD/ADHD/SEMH/SLCN is valued.

GCSEs in literacy and numeracy are required, with opportunities to develop towards Teacher Training. The actual salary is £27,448 per annum, based on 37 hours per week, term time plus 1 inset week.

Qualifications

• Experience with pupils who have ASD, ADHD, SEMH or SLCN is valued.
• GCSE level (or equivalent) in literacy and numeracy required.
• Commitment to personal learning and development and shared values.

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 with selected students and support small groups in classes.
• Differentiate resources and set/monitor targets with teachers.
• Collaborate with the inclusion area to support pupils' progress.

Skills

1:1 support

Group support

Differentiation

GCSE literacy and numeracy

Education

GCSEs in literacy and numeracy or equivalent

Job description

Competitive salary with progression opportunities + Local Government Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additional LAT benefits.

Leigh Stationers' Academy has an exciting opportunity for a knowledgeable and efficient individual to join us in the role of Teaching Assistant. This role will suit both experienced TAs who are looking to join our academy and is also suitable for graduates looking to gain first-hand experience with a view to commencing Teacher Training with us in the future. We are keen to hear from candidates who have previous experience working with pupils who have a diagnosis of ASD, ADHD, SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health) or SLCN (Speech, Language & Communication Needs).

Successful candidates will work 1:1 with selected students, and also support small groups both in mainstream classes and in the inclusion area via intervention sessions. In addition, you will work closely with teachers to differentiate resources and set and monitor targets. You will have the opportunity to be part of a team that is truly changing lives and positively transforming the local community. If you feel you have the necessary attitude and experience then we would love to hear from you!

What are we looking for in you?

It is preferable for applicants to have previous experience of working with young people, but not essential. You will be educated to GCSE level (or equivalent) in literacy and numeracy. You will be dedicated to personal learning and development, and have a sincere commitment to sharing our values and drive for continuous improvement. In return, we will offer you a professional and supportive team, a state of the art working environment and a genuine opportunity to develop.

This position offers an actual salary of £27,448 per annum (£29,788 full-time equivalent) based on 37 hours per week, term time plus 1 week inset. The working hours are 8am - 4pm, Monday - Friday, with a 3:30pm finish on a Wednesday. This is a fixed-term role until July 2027 in the first instance.

Note that whilst the position is fixed-term, every effort will be made to offer a substantive position thereafter within the wider family of academies across Leigh Academies Trust. The central Recruitment Team will keep in touch with you throughout your contract to discuss options available to you.

Working with us at Leigh Stationers' Academy

Leigh Stationers' Academy is a school dedicated to making a positive impact on every student. We're proud to be a Leigh Academies Trust school, prioritising a 'human-scale' education model where students feel recognized and valued.

As an IB World School, our curriculum is rooted in the International Baccalaureate philosophy. We offer the IB Middle Years Programme for students in Years 7-9, designed to help them become curious, well-rounded, and resilient learners. We also have a strong focus on extracurricular activities. We're one of the largest providers of the Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) Award in the South and one of only six state schools with a Marine Combined Cadet Force (CCF).

Our commitment to strong partnerships with parents and carers, as well as our robust pastoral care system, ensures every student receives the support they need to succeed. Our dedicated and skilled staff are key to our success, and we provide extensive professional development opportunities to support their growth.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity

Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about it on our Careers site. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices and not discriminating on any grounds.