Teaching Assistant

This is a rewarding and varied role, supporting students both in and out of the classroom to help them achieve their full potential academically, socially and emotionally. Working closely with teachers, pastoral staff and the SEND team, you will play a key role in supporting learning, promoting positive behaviour and ensuring students can access the curriculum effectively. The successful candidate will be patient, adaptable and passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of young people.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is committed to supporting students to achieve the best possible outcomes.
• Builds positive and professional relationships with students, staff, parents and carers.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can work effectively as part of a team whilst also using initiative when required.
• Is able to support students with a range of learning, social, emotional and behavioural needs.
• Demonstrates patience, empathy and resilience when working with young people.
• Can adapt learning activities and provide targeted support under the direction of teaching staff.
• Has good organisational skills and can maintain accurate records where required.
• Is confident using basic IT systems and digital resources to support learning.
• Understands the importance of safeguarding, confidentiality and promoting student wellbeing.
• Shares our commitment to inclusion and ensuring every student can succeed.

Previous experience working with children or young people within an educational, childcare, youth work or community setting would be desirable, although not essential. We welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate a genuine enthusiasm for supporting young people and helping them to overcome barriers to learning

Working pattern

Term time only, Monday to Friday, 32.5 hours per week

Why join Tuxford Academy?

We are a large secondary academy for students aged 11-18 years based in Tuxford with over 1,450 students. In our latest Ofsted inspection, we were rated ‘good’ overall with praise of high expectations for all students, including those in place for SEND students, and that the academy has implemented ‘an ambitious, well-planned curriculum for all subjects’. The report reaffirmed that teachers had ‘secure subject knowledge’ and that students enjoyed attending Tuxford Academy and felt safe at school.

Visits are welcomed and encouraged - please contact Scott Thompson [email removed] to arrange, or for further information.

About Diverse Academies Trust

Diverse Academies is a multi-academy trust with a vision to inspire, to raise aspirations and to create brighter tomorrows. Across primary, secondary and special settings, we share a common mission to nurture curiosity, develop wellbeing and empower children and young people to go beyond their aspirations. Together, we believe we can make a difference in our diverse communities, and in the lives of those who learn with us and work with us.

We empower. We respect. We care.

Our employee benefits

At Diverse Academies, you’ll find yourself in a vibrant, inclusive and supportive environment, where everyone can grow, progress and achieve a fulfilling career. We offer a fantastic range of rewards and benefits, challenging and interesting work, and opportunities to achieve your potential.

In return you will benefit from:           

• Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme with an employer contribution of at least 16.6%
• Excellent Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities covering technical, leadership and coaching skills via the trust’s Diverse Association for Professional Learning
• Employee Assistance Programme
• GP helpline
• Health and wellbeing advice and support
• Eyecare vouchers
• Salary sacrifice schemes - car scheme, cycle to work, home and electronics
• Lifestyle savings - discounts and offers on gym memberships, holidays, days out, shopping, restaurants, etc
• Health cash plan (personal or family) - where you pay monthly and can claim money back on private treatments such as dental, optical and therapies (e.g. physiotherapy, osteopathy etc)
• Childcare - breakfast and after school provision
• Take a look at our rewards and benefits online

Applications

Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement, should we identify an appropriate candidate.

If you have any initial questions or would like to learn more about this opportunity, please contact Scott Thompson [email removed]

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in our care. We expect everybody volunteering for the organisation to share this commitment. Any offer will be subject to safer recruitment checks and clearances. View our safeguarding and child protection policy.