Teaching Assistant

Outwood Grange Academies Trust; Normanton and Altofts; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a part-time Teaching Assistant to support students in their learning, particularly those with special needs. Ideal candidates will have at least Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths, a willingness to undertake training, and a commitment to safeguarding children's welfare. The role includes flexible working and contributing to a supportive educational environment.

Benefits

Great discounts and cashback from retailers

Excellent pension scheme

24/7 GP access

Practical support for personal issues

Paid leave for important life events

Access to workouts and money tools

Qualifications

• Willingness to undertake and complete training to assist students.
• Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality.
• Satisfactory DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Support students with their learning in a school environment.
• Work flexibly to meet business needs.
• Provide assistance to students with special needs.

Skills

Effective communication

ICT proficiency

Confidentiality adherence

Empathy with students

Education

Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths or equivalent

Job description

Teaching Assistant

CAPTION: Job details

• Posting date: 01 October 2025
• Hours: Part time
• Closing date: 10 October 2025
• Location: Normanton, WF6 1HZ
• Company: Teaching Vacancies
• Job type: Permanent

Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths or equivalent
• Willingness to undertake and complete training to assist students
• Willingness and ability to obtain and/or enhance qualifications and training for development in the post

Experience

• Working flexibly to meet business needs
• Experience of working in a school environment or working with children/young people
• Previous experience working with children with Special Needs and/or disabilities and/or challenging behaviours
• Experience of working with students in small groups or in 1:1 situations

Skills

• Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of audiences
• Ability to use standard ICT packages including Microsoft Office
• Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality, including following general data protection regulations
• Ability to relate to students in a pleasant and sympathetic manner and to recognise potential child safeguarding issues

Other

• Satisfactory DBS check

What the school offers its staff

• Great discounts and cashback from hundreds of retailers
• Excellent pension scheme to secure your future retirement
• 24/7 GP access to get you the help & support you need faster
• Practical and emotional support for personal, legal and financial issues
• Paid leave for those important moments in life that really matter
• Access to workouts, recipes, money tools and much more

Commitment to safeguarding

Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children