Job Title
Teaching Assistant
Academy
Outwood Academy Kirkby
Start Date
01/09/2026
Salary
£11,126 (Grade 3)
Working Pattern
18 hours per week, day to day, term time only plus 5 days.
Responsibilities
- Implement planned learning activities and support teachers.
- Monitor and record student progress, providing constructive feedback.
- Support students with SEND or EAL, assisting in the development of individual plans such as One‑Page Profiles and EHCPs.
- Assist with students’ social and emotional well‑being, including eating, dressing, and hygiene where required.
- Provide cover and assistance in intervention settings (e.g., Bridge and PLC). Assist in escorting and supervising students on educational visits.
- Invigilate formal examinations.
Qualifications
- Experience working effectively within a school environment or directly with children and young people.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work flexibly to meet business needs.
- Proficiency in standard ICT packages, including Microsoft Office.
- Willingness to undertake necessary training to assist students, including meeting medical or care plan agreements.
- Desirable: previous experience working with children with special needs and/or challenging behaviours.
- Respect for confidentiality and data protection regulations.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with automatic pay progression.
- Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Access to diverse CPD opportunities, apprenticeships and vocational qualifications.
- Flexible family policies and enhanced occupational benefits (no qualifying period).
- 25 days holiday for full‑time staff (pro‑rata for part‑time staff) plus bank holidays.
- Mental well‑being strategy, free on‑site parking, employee discounts and access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.
About the Trust
Outwood Grange Academies Trust places staff development at the heart of its strategy, aiming to recruit, develop, and retain the best staff through the Outwood Institute of Education.
Compliance & Safeguarding
Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.
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