Higher Level Teaching Assistant - fixed term until December 2027

Wellspring is an established and growing Multi-Academy Trust with a difference. We operate Primary, Secondary, Special and Alternative Academies across Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and the Humber. We are committed to making a difference to the lives and life chances of the young people and the communities we serve.

As the Trust continues to grow our roles offer pathways for ambitious and dynamic individuals who are determined to make a difference. We value our people; collegial working at all levels is central to our culture. High quality induction training and ongoing professional development support are guaranteed. There will be a broad range of opportunities for you to realise your professional vision and ambitions within the Trust.

We are interested in hearing from people who:

• Are self-motivated, customer-focused and organised.

• Enjoy working as part of an inclusive team.

• Have a commitment to supporting the work of education leaders and who are passionate about learning.

We are pleased to offer a vacancy for a committed and enthusiastic individual to support the pupils of our school.

Requirements:

• a confident and positive manner,

• be able to work within a culture of unconditional positive regard

• an understanding of working with children with different needs

• able to work with positivity and resilience

• experience of working with children in the 4 - 11 age range

• a good sense of humour

Wellspring Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks. As this role involves working with children in regulated activity, please note that it is an offence to apply for the role if barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.

References will be requested and an online search carried out for shortlisted candidates, prior to attendance at interview. Further pre-employment checks, including prohibition from teaching, childcare disqualification and section 128 checks, if deemed relevant for the role, will be completed for the successful candidate upon acceptance of the post.

We are committed to equal opportunities and to promoting diversity. We want our people to reflect the diversity of our communities, and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, especially from under-represented groups, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.

If you are currently living overseas or have lived / worked overseas in the last five years please be aware that you will be required to provide an overseas criminal records check from the country/countries you have resided in, if you are the preferred candidate for the post.

For informal enquiries, please contact Leanne Barker on [email removed]

All applicants need to complete the Equal Opportunities form. Please click link for further details http://bit.ly/WATEqualOpportunities