Teaching Assistant x 3 vacancies

East Midlands Councils/East Midlands Jobs; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

CPD opportunities

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible leave

Job summary

Outwood Academy Hasland Hall in Chesterfield is seeking a motivated Teaching Assistant to support learning and student welfare under the direction of the class teacher.

You will assist SEND/EAL pupils, support social and emotional wellbeing, manage tasks like One Page Profiles and EHCPs, and help run intervention sessions and educational visits.

Qualifications

• Experience in school or with children and young people.
• Strong communication skills and flexible to business needs.
• Proficiency in ICT packages including Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to undertake training for student support, including care plans.

Responsibilities

• Implement planned learning activities and monitor student progress with feedback.
• Support SEND or EAL students and assist in developing plans like One Page Profiles and EHCPs.
• Support social and emotional wellbeing, assist with eating, dressing and hygiene as required.
• Provide cover and assistance in intervention settings such as the Bridge and PLC.
• Escort and supervise students on educational visits and invigilate exams.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Confidentiality

ICT skills

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Outwood Academy Hasland Hall is an 11-16 academy based in the large, friendly, Derbyshire town of Chesterfield, near Derby and Sheffield.

The Academy became part of the Outwood Family of Schools in 2021 and as part of Outwood Grange Academies Trust, we are a welcoming and supportive academy, with a relentless determination to provide the very best education for every child. We place students at the centre of everything we do, with a focus on creating a culture of success and a positive climate for learning.

As part of Outwood Grange Academies Trust we offer our colleagues extensive CPD opportunities and are committed to the Outwood vision of putting students first, raising standards and transforming lives.

We believe we are on a journey to Outstanding. Help to take us to the next level.

We work hard to ensure we reduce workload on staff, allowing more time in the classroom to put our vision of students first, raising standards and transforming lives into practice.

All academies within the Outwood Family have gained the IQM Inclusive Schools Award with 18 having Centre of Excellence status and one holding Flagship status.

If you share our vision, join our family.

About the role:

We are looking for an individual who has high aspirations for students, who is committed, and passionate about learning; who has the skills and determination to make a significant difference to the lives of our students and share our single goal of ‘Students First’.

The role of 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.

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 Hasland Hall is the place for you.

If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact Helen Atkins at [e-mail]

Responsibilities

You will be integral to the teaching cycle, implementing planned learning activities, supporting the teacher in monitoring and recording student progress, and providing constructive feedback to students. You will support students with special educational needs (SEND) or English as an additional language (EAL), assisting in the development of individual plans like One Page Profiles and EHCPs.

Duties include supporting student social and emotional well-being, assisting with eating, dressing, and hygiene where required, and providing cover and assistance in intervention settings like the Bridge and PLC. You will also assist in escorting and supervising students on educational visits and invigilate formal examinations.

Qualifications

We require candidates with experience of working effectively either within a school environment or directly with children and young people. The role demands strong communication skills and the ability to work flexibly to meet business needs. Essential skills include proficiency in using standard ICT packages, including Microsoft Office, and the ability to respect and maintain confidentiality, following general data protection regulations.

Candidates must be willing to undertake necessary training to assist students, including meeting medical or care plan agreements. Previous experience working with children with Special Needs and/or challenging behaviours is desirable.

About Us

Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) places staff development at the heart of its strategy to deliver excellence, aiming to recruit, develop, and retain the best staff through the Outwood Institute of Education (OIE).

What will we do for you?

We offer a supportive package focusing on professional advancement, secure benefits, and work-life balance:

Secure Pay & Pension:

Competitive salary, automatic pay progression, and enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Training & Progression:

Access to diverse CPD opportunities, including apprenticeships and vocational qualifications.

Flexibility & Leave:

Flexible family policies, enhanced occupational benefits (with no qualifying period), and 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays for non-term time staff.

Wellbeing & Perks:

Dedicated mental well-being strategy, free on-site parking, employee discounts, and access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.

(Holiday for part-time staff is calculated on a pro-rata basis)