Teaching Assistant - Lotus Academy

Nexus Multi Academy Trust; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexus Multi Academy Trust is looking for a dedicated Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join their Lotus Academy. This role is crucial in supporting pupils with complex social and emotional needs. The ideal candidate will be flexible, empathetic, and committed to improving student outcomes while working within a team environment.

Benefits

Access to tailored CPD programme

Working within an award-winning Multi Academy Trust

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Ability to work with pupils aged 6 to 16, especially those with SEN.
• Previous experience in mainstream or special needs schools preferred.
• Strong understanding of emotional, social and mental health needs.

Responsibilities

• Support whole class lessons, group work, and one-on-one with pupils.
• Contribute to creating a safe, nurturing learning environment.
• Implement Individual Support Plans in accordance with EHCP outcomes.

Skills

Flexibility

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant Qualification

Job description

"People used to tell me to look at which young offender's institution my child was going to. Now I'm looking at which university they will go to." - Year 13 parent

"Excellent provision of adapted curriculum to meet the children's individual needs. Everything fun & enjoyable"

"Where do I start?! I am so pleased and grateful for the excellent provision, quality teaching and care that my child has access to in school."

"Fantastic school I personally couldn't have hoped for a better school safe and nurturing environment she always comes home with a smile."

"I think the school overall is great and my son has come on leaps and bounds since being there, he always enjoys school and is always smiling."

"The Trust Olympics 2023 were perfect, awesome and fantastic."

"Brilliant clubs & brilliant staff also."

"My children really enjoy the school clubs both after school and holiday clubs, the staff are amazing."

"We really love the school holiday club and so do the boys."

"I would like to send a message of thanks to everyone who works the clubs and those for organise them too. They are an important resource to our whole family, so thank you."

Join the Nexus team as a Teaching Assistant - Lotus Academy

Improve learning for a better future

Position: Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Salary and Salary: Scale point 7 – 12 (£26,403 – £28.598) 32.5 hours a week Salary Pro rata Actual Salary £20,330 - £22,020

Contract type: Permanent, Term-time only

Interview date: Week commencing 2 nd June 2025

Lotus Academy is a new school working within Nexus Multi–Academy Trust from September. This is a really exciting time for the school as we continue to improve, all areas of school are making progress and our new curriculum offer will enable our students to access the curriculum in a variety of ways.

Our pupils have a range of complex Social Emotional and Mental Health needs. They enjoy a safe, creative and stimulating school environment with a strong emphasis on nurture and forming strong relationships with staff and peers. Their Individual Support Plans are reflective of their Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP) outcomes, their risk assessments and the interventions that are required for a child to make progress in our school.

Lotus Academy staff share the same commitment to ensuring that all our children achieve their full potential and can support our school values of:

Empathy

Togetherness

Our school is committed to providing care and support to some of the most disadvantaged and vulnerable children in the city. You would need to be flexible and committed to working as part of a team.

About the Trust

Nexus Multi Academy Trust was founded in 2016 and has the highest ambitions possible for everyone we work with. We are a forward thinking and innovative Trust with collaboration, enrichment and improvement enshrined within our day to day practice ensuring that leaners and their families are always at the centre of what we do.

The vision for Nexus is that we are constantly “Learning together, to be the best we can be.” This vision is what we aspire to and is as relatable to every employee and partner of our Trust as it is to our children, young adults and their families. Please see a copy of our most recent prospectus, which is included in the recruitment pack for this advert.

We are looking to appoint from a highly motivated, enthusiastic, hardworking, flexible Teaching Assistant to join a team of dedicated staff who are committed to providing an excellent learning environment and become part of a successful teaching team in a busy working environment.

We welcome applications from Teaching Assistants who have previously worked in mainstream or special needs schools. You must have a broad knowledge of SEN and able to respond to the emotional, social and mental health needs of our children and young people ages 6 to 16. Staff who join us at Lotus Academy will be provided with high quality professional development which will include a robust induction programme and a mentor.

As part of the role you would be working as part of a team supporting whole class lessons, group work and working one to one with pupils. You will be part of a committed staff team who are motivated every day by improving the life chances of our pupils.

What you can expect

An exciting opportunity to join a growing academy with Lotus Academy

An opportunity to join a school improving with pace

An opportunity to join colleagues who will make you proud to be part of our state education system

Access to tailored CPD through Nexus Academies Trust and the Opportunity Area which includes pathways into Initial Teaching Training

Working within an award winning MAT who pride themselves on having friendly and supportive academies who together are helping to transform communities

Further information

For an informal and confidential conversation about the role, please contact Holly Whitehead, Deputy Head Teacher: [e-mail]

Nexus Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

This post involves working with children and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records check at an enhanced level and a barred list check. Further information about the Disclosure and Barring Service and can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check .

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce.

For more information and an application form to apply please email Joy Cooper, School Resource Manager: [e-mail]

All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.