Teaching Assistant (30.5 hours, temporary)

TES FE News; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Doncaster is seeking a Temporary Teaching Assistant to promote learning and provide support to students, including those with special educational needs. The role entails working 30.5 hours per week during term time. Ideal candidates will have high aspirations for students and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment. Apply by 30 September 2025.

Qualifications

• Professional individuals with high aspirations for students.
• Committed and passionate about learning.
• Experience working with students with special educational needs.

Responsibilities

• Promote the learning and welfare of students by providing practical support.
• Support students under the direction of the class teacher.

Job description

Overview

Outwood Academy Adwick is an 11–18 academy based just north of the large, friendly, South Yorkshire city of Doncaster. We have been a member of the Outwood Family since 2009, and in our 2023 Ofsted inspection, the academy was graded Good in all categories. The inspection noted that the school has a supportive and caring culture, staff build warm and friendly relationships with pupils, pupils achieve their full potential, and staff are proud to work at the school. We have also won numerous awards as a school and are accredited with the IQM Award and IQM Centre of Excellence for three years, and we are proud to have Silver Status from the Carnegie Centre of Excellence for Mental Health Award. We seek applications from professional individuals who have high aspirations for students, are committed and passionate about learning, and who share our single goal of “Students First.”

The role of Temporary Teaching Assistant across our Academy is to promote the learning and welfare of students by providing practical and learning support to students, including those with statements of special educational needs, under the direction of the class teacher.

Responsibilities

• Promote the learning and welfare of students by providing practical and learning support.
• Support students, including those with statements of special educational needs, under the direction of the class teacher.

Hours

30.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 3.00pm, term time plus 3 days.

What we offer

Outwood Grange Academies Trust provides a high-quality learning and cultural environment that inspires and motivates children. Whether you are ambitious for progression or determined to be an outstanding member of our support team, Outwood Academy Adwick is the place for you.

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Closing date: Midday on 30 September 2025. We reserve the right to close advertisements early. Advertisements will therefore close the day the decision has been taken to close the advertisement early.

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.