Teaching Assistant

Outwood Grange Acadamies Trust; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Outwood Grange Acadamies Trust is seeking a Teaching Assistant at Outwood Academy City Fields in Wakefield. The role supports teachers by delivering tailored learning activities and providing academic and welfare assistance to individuals and small groups.

The post covers classroom support, SEND/EAL intervention, and developing student support plans, with 18 hours per week term-time plus five days. Applicants should be committed to helping students reach their potential in a diverse school

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored learning activities in collaboration with teachers.
• Provide academic and welfare support to individuals and small groups.
• Support SEND and EAL interventions and help develop student support plans.

Job description

Role: Teaching Assistant

Academy: Outwood Academy City Fields

Start Date: 04/01/2027

Salary (Actual Salary): £11,034 - £11,209 (Grade 3)

Working Pattern: 18 Hours Per Week, Term Time Plus Five 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:

Being part of Outwood Academy City Fields means bringing high-quality opportunities and experiences to our diverse, multicultural school in the heart of Wakefield.

We seek someone who can provide meaningful engagement and help all students, staff, and visitors thrive. Anyone taking on this role should be prepared to challenge themselves to meet the needs of our diverse community.

As Ofsted noted, our actions are directed and guided by putting ‘students first.’ Leaders set a strong example of high ambition, which is mirrored by all staff. We want the very best for our pupils in whatever walk of life they engage in.

We hope you can join us on our journey!

• To view the Support Staff Recruitment Booklet,Click Here

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