Teaching Assistants

Hall Park Academy; Calverton (NY); On-site; USD 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonel Frank Seely Academy is seeking two Teaching Assistants to join our inclusive secondary school. You will work as part of a supportive team to help students with additional learning needs, enabling both academic and personal growth.

The role requires compassion, commitment, and the ability to inspire and motivate learners. Fixed-term contract for 1 year, term-time only, 32.5 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, committed and passionate about helping young people thrive.
• Resourceful and empathetic with strong interpersonal skills.
• Able to inspire and motivate students and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• As a Teaching Assistant, provide support and guide education for students with challenging learning difficulties.

Skills

Compassionate

Empathetic

Flexible

Inspirational

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Teaching Assistants - Colonel Frank Seely Academy

Redhill Academy Trust Pay Scale Band 7, Scale Points 32 - 36

Actual salary: £22,824 - £24,713 per annum (FTE: £27,004 - £29,239)

32.5 hours per week - Full time, Fixed term for 1 year due to funding, Term time only

Required from November 2026

2 positions available

Do you want to make a real difference to the lives of young people with additional learning needs?

About You…

This rewarding opportunity is for someone who is compassionate, committed and passionate about helping young people thrive both academically and personally.

We are looking for two teaching assistants to join our inclusive secondary school and play a key role in the classroom. The successful candidates will be resourceful, empathetic, flexible, inspirational and forward thinking. They will have highly effective interpersonal and communication skills, be able to inspire and motivate students and colleagues to achieve their best and be committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people.

What We Can Offer…

At Colonel Frank Seely Academy we’re proud to be part of Redhill Academy Trust, a community Trust that values and invests in its people. You can expect:

• A warm welcome and thorough induction
• Supportive teams and professional networks
• High-quality CPD through the Redhill Teaching Hub
• Personalised appraisal via our ‘My Contribution’ scheme
• Recognition and celebration of your achievements

Our Trust is a regional leader in teacher training and high-quality professional development, delivered through the DfE designated Redhill Teaching Hub. The Redhill College of Leadership and Development offers excellent CPD opportunities and a chance to work alongside colleagues from other high-performing schools in the region.

Explore our full range of staff benefits: Redhill Academy Trust - Why Work For Us?

Why Redhill Academy Trust?

Our mission is simple: Working together to help all our students achieve their best - now and in the future.

We’re proud to serve our communities with high-performing academies that transform lives and opportunities. Learn more: Redhill Academy Trust - Mission & Values

Your role…

As a Teaching Assistant, you will be required to provide support and guide the education of students with challenging learning difficulties.