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Teaching Assistant & Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Outwood Grange Academies Trust
Barnsley
On-site
GBP 19,000 - 25,000
Full time
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Job summary
Outwood Primary Academy Darfield is looking for a Teaching Assistant and Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support key subjects during term time. The successful candidate will be responsible for facilitating learning, aiding curriculum delivery, and managing classroom environments. The role requires a motivated individual with a strong grasp of educational standards, committed to fostering a positive learning culture.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Candidate must meet essential criteria for interview consideration.
- Must be highly motivated and possess excellent curriculum knowledge.
Responsibilities
- Support Maths and English as Teaching Assistant, covering PPA as Higher Level Teaching Assistant.
- Collaborate with staff for planning and class management.
Skills
Job description
Outwood Primary Academy Darfield is seeking a Teaching Assistant and Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join their academy.
The successful candidate will work as a Teaching Assistant during the morning, supporting Maths and English, under the guidance of teaching staff. In the afternoons, you will serve as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, covering PPA for class teachers. This role involves collaborating with staff to assist in planning and managing the class.
The position offers a working pattern of 16 hours as a Teaching Assistant and 12.5 hours as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, during term time plus 2 additional days. It is a permanent role.
The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, have high expectations for pupils, and possess excellent curriculum knowledge.
Outwood Primary Academy Darfield, based in Darfield village, is rated Good with Outstanding leadership by Ofsted.
We are a welcoming, supportive academy committed to providing the best education for every child. We focus on creating a culture of success and a positive learning environment.
OPA Darfield joined the Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) in 2016. As part of the Outwood Family, we prioritize putting children first, raising standards, and transforming lives.
The successful candidate will be creative, inspirational, and able to make learning purposeful, helping children to raise aspirations and confidence. Effective communication and positive relationship-building with children, families, and colleagues are essential, along with adherence to safeguarding procedures.
When applying, please consider the attached Job Description and Person Specification. All essential criteria will be used for shortlisting. Candidates must demonstrate they meet all criteria to be considered for interview.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS - WHAT DO WE OFFER?
OGAT supports staff with accredited training courses and apprenticeships up to Masters level. We also offer:
- A starting salary with annual and inflation-linked increases, dependent on experience
- Comprehensive induction and training
- Enrolment in a valuable Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions
- Flexible, family-friendly policies from day one
- Enhanced occupational benefits (maternity, adoption, parental leave) with no qualifying period
- Minimum 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service
- Various working patterns depending on the role
Additional benefits include:
- Free access to Employee Assistance Programme for support and guidance
- Wellbeing initiatives, menopause policy, and champions
- Free flu vaccinations
- Free onsite parking
- Employee discounts, including car leasing and other sites
We are committed to safeguarding children. All appointments follow safer recruitment practices, including DBS checks, references, and suitability assessments.
We may close this vacancy early; the closing date is 12 noon on the advertised date or earlier if filled.
For more information, please visit our website or contact us.
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