Teaching Assistant

Outwood Grange Academies Trust; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academy is looking for a Teaching Assistant to provide support in Maths and English. This temporary position will focus on student welfare and educational support under the direction of teaching staff. The role is 30 hours per week, term time only, ensuring a positive learning environment.

Benefits

Full training and support

Qualifications

• Support education and learning in Maths and English.
• Promote the learning and welfare of students, especially those with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the classroom under the guidance of teaching staff.
• Provide practical and learning support to students.

Job description

Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane is seeking a Teaching Assistant to join their academy. The successful candidate will support the teaching and learning of Maths and English, under the direction of teaching staff. The role involves promoting the learning and welfare of students by providing practical and learning support, including for students with statements of special educational needs, under the guidance of the class teacher.

This is a temporary position linked to maternity leave. The working pattern is 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, term time only plus 2 days.

Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane is located in Ackworth, in the metropolitan borough of Wakefield, West Yorkshire.

We are a welcoming and supportive academy committed to providing the best education for every child. Our focus is on creating a culture of success and a positive learning environment.

OPA Bell Lane joined the Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) in 2018. As part of the Outwood Family, we believe in putting children first, raising standards, and transforming lives.

Full training and support will be provided for the right candidate.

When applying, please consider the attached Job Description and Person Specification. All essential criteria listed will be used to shortlist candidates. Candidates must demonstrate they meet all essential criteria to be shortlisted for interview.