Teaching Assistant
(Temporary in the first instance until end of summer term 2025)
25 hours per week - 39 weeks per year (0.5783 fte)
Grade 6, Points 9–10.
Full time salary: £25,188 - £25,590 per annumActual salary: £14,566.01 - £14,798.49 per annum
Commencing as soon as possible
Due to the school’s continued growth, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a teaching assistant to join our successful SEND support team, to support and raise the attainment of our students.Working under the direction and supervision of teaching staff, you will assist with teaching and learning and associated activities in order to help students progress, through appropriate targeted interventions. As a teaching assistant you will also assist, when required, with the planning, delivery and evaluation of learning activities, supporting in whole classes and working with individuals and small groups of students.
The successful candidate will ideally hold a relevant NVQ level 3 (or equivalent qualification), or have recent proven experience of working effectively with young people at this level in a similar role in an education setting. Teamwork is key and it is essential that you have excellent communication skills and the ability to engage and work with a range of school professionals.
With over 700 students on roll, the school is at the heart of the local community, serving families in Ibstock and the surrounding villages of North-West Leicestershire.LiFE Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All offers of employment will be subject to a DBS check and an online search.
Deadline for applications: 9.00 am on Monday 3 February 2025Interviews: date to be confirmed
To apply, please visit our websiteFor all enquiries, please contact us by email or phone