Teaching Assistant
Ark Walworth Academy
Southwark
- Expired
- Salary:
- Ark support staff band 4, £19,175 pro rata per annum (£16,421 actual salary per annum)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 3 September 2018
- Apply by:
- 26 July 2018
Job overview
Teaching Assistant Join an aspirational school nurturing ambitious students and teachers Start date: September 2018 Salary: Ark support staff band 4, £19,175 pro rata per annum (£16,421 actual salary per annum) Hours: 36 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term-time only) Location: Walworth, London Nearest train station: Elephant and Castle, London Bridge, Waterloo Deadline: 11am on 27th July 2018 Ofsted: Good (2018) “The Leadership Team … developed the school as a family, confident of its place in the local community but never complacent and always striving to do better.” Ofsted Report, 2018 Walworth Academy serves a richly diverse community in Southwark. As an ARK school we have very high expectations of all of our students so that: ‘Every pupil can go to university or a career of their choice’. With 1040 students on roll, of which 112 are in the sixth form, there are great opportunities to develop the PE curriculum across all year groups. We are keen to increase the opportunities for students to achieve a range of PE qualifications as an extension of the high quality learning and progress they will receive every lesson. We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our school and support the needs of our pupils. As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll be an inspirational role model to our pupils and work with both teachers and the wider school community to establish a supportive and nurturing learning environment in which children make rapid academic progress. This role is perfect for someone who wants to become a teacher in the future. It acts as a springboard and training ground for graduates who want to learn how to teach and build transformational relationships with pupils. We need exceptional candidates who will Our ideal candidate will: • be passionate and enthusiastic about young people’s education • have experience of working with and motivating young people, either in a paid or voluntary capacity • have a strong academic background in English and mathematics • be committed to Ark Putney’s ethos of high expectations and no excuses. At Ark Walworth Academy, we look for talented and committed people and we work hard to keep them, helping them reach as high as they can. We offer attractive pay and conditions, as well as high quality career and professional development (CPD) and opportunities for career progression. If you share in our commitment to excellence, we want to hear from you. To apply, please complete our application form below and email to vacancies@walworthacademy.org for the attention of Lorraine Lemmer. Applications should be received by 11am 27th July 2018. If you would like to discuss the role, or have any queries, please contact 020 7450 9667 or visit our website www.walworthacademy.org We value diversity and are committed to safeguarding and promoting child welfare. The successful candidate will be subject to DBS and any other relevant employment checks.
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About Ark Walworth Academy
At Ark Walworth Academy, we believe in the immense potential of each of our pupils and we are committed to giving them every possible opportunity to succeed. Every student should leave the academy with real choices: to continue into further and higher education or pursue the career of their choice. Ark Walworth Academy has been recognised by the Specialist Schools and Academy Trust for being one of the top 10 schools for value added in terms of 5 A*-C (including English and maths) improvement in the country.
Community
The Walworth community is a thriving and exciting one in the heart of London, providing unique opportunities for our students which we aim to explore both inside and outside the classroom. We are proud of the diversity of opportunity such a rich community provides us with, both in terms of academic pathways and enrichment opportunities, and we seek to maximise this for all within the Walworth Academy family of learners.
At Ark Walworth, our goal is to ensure our students go on to be successful adults, enabled to take up their place in the world, and confident in facing the challenges and opportunities that may bring. We look forward to welcoming the next generation of children who are excited and motivated by that prospect.
Aims, Vision and Values
The academy has high expectations for pupil behaviour and achievement and equally high expectations for the quality of teaching in the classroom. This means a common commitment to creating a respectful and orderly environment where teachers can teach and students can learn.
Ark Walworth Academy recognises the need to support every child – academically, socially and emotionally. Through a combination of rigorous and engaging classes and a variety of learning experiences outside of the classroom, students can enjoy the full range of opportunities.
The academy is shaped by its culture of inclusion and mutual respect, which encourages a close working relationship between students and staff. The academy is working hard to provide an inspirational and secure environment which recognises and celebrates success whilst challenging students to realise their full potential.
Ark Walworth Academy CARES
Commitment Maximum effort in everything you do – all the time with no excuses
Aspiration Always strive to be better, constantly reaching beyond your limits
Resilience Never give up – keep pushing and keep trying
Excellence Be the best you can be every day. Have pride and confidence in your success
Self-Management Do the right thing – never have to be asked
Curriculum
Ark Walworth Academy's approach is “depth for breath”: the benefits of a broad curriculum depend on a sound foundation. Pupils are expected to reach or exceed their expected year level in English and mathematics as soon as possible. They believe passionately that this provides a strong foundation for every other subject and is critical for success at school and in life.
To achieve this, Ark Walworth Academy offers individualised support and gives all pupils access to a range of qualifications. Those making rapid progress have opportunities for early entry to exams. Where appropriate, pupils spend time in smaller groups or nurture classes that focus on numeracy and literacy.
You can find out more about our approach to curriculum here.
Ofsted
Walworth Academy was inspected by Ofsted in January 2018 and was graded as "good". You can read the full report here.
We have been shortlisted for a Tes Award 2021 for Community and Collaboration.
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