Teaching Assistant (Fixed Term)

Bennerley Fields School; Ilkeston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS Pension

Holiday entitlement

Westfield Health

CPD Platform

Job summary

Bennerley Fields School is seeking a positive and caring Teaching Assistant to join our team on a fixed-term basis until 31 August 2027. The role is 37 hours per week, term time only, and requires commitment to safeguarding and supporting pupils to achieve their best.

The successful candidate will contribute to the life of the school, work with teachers and may access Westfield Health and the LGPS pension scheme as part of our benefits package.

Job description

Job Title: Teaching Assistant (Fixed Term)

Location: Bennerley Fields School

Grade/Scale: Support Pay Scale

Contract: 37 hours per week, term time only. Fixed Term until 31/08/2027.

Bennerley Fields School are seeking a positive, flexible, caring individual who is willing to contribute fully to the life of the school and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Please see the attached Application pack including a Welcome from The Head Teacher and more information about Bennerley Fields School and Esteem MAT.

Please review the attached Job Description to learn more about the role and what we are looking for in the successful candidate.

Benefits

• LGPS Pension Scheme (16.6% employer contributions)
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Access to Westfield Health membership scheme including cashback schemes for health and retail benefits, discounted gym memberships, and free confidential advice.
• Access to National College CPD platform.

For further information, please contact Alex Pawlitta (Executive Business Manager) on [e-mail]

We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates upon application and may close the application process prior to this date

Esteem Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its students. We expect all staff, volunteers and agency staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

Esteem Multi-Academy Trust’s Safeguarding Policy applies to all adults, including volunteers and agency staff, working in or on behalf of the MAT.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status.

Perfection is not required, if you are excited by the role and our organisation, but not sure if you meet 100% of the criteria, we would still love to hear from you!