Teaching Assistant

Salary: £19,375 - £20,160 per annum (actual salary)

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time, Term time only, 34 hours per week

Location: E17 4AZ, Walthamstow, London Borough of Waltham Forest

Site: Whitefield School

We are looking for an exceptional Teaching Assistant to support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Working alongside a class teacher you will ensure that all children and young people in the class are supported to enjoy school and make the best possible progress. All staff are expected to do everything they can to protect the children and young people from harm and to make the learning environment safe.

About Whitefield Academy Trust

With an ethos based on enjoyment, achievement and wellbeing for all, Whitefield Academy Trust seeks to open up the world for children and young people with SEND. Located in Waltham Forest, the Trust comprises Joseph Clarke School (for children with vision impairment and /or additional needs), Whitefield School (for pupils with complex needs including autism, learning difficulties and sensory and physical impairments), Professional Development Services and the highly successful Project SEARCH East London.

We are expert in serving children and young people with SEND and giving them the tools, skills and confidence to move on to the next stages of their education and lives.

Our Mission

Our mission is to enable children and young people to flourish, lead independent and fulfilling lives, and make a positive impact on the world. We do this by providing them with opportunities, through the highest standards of specialist education, care and support, in partnership with the wider community.

Our Education Charter

We are a ‘learning organisation’ that constantly strives to improve. In all our work we commit to:

• Promoting the safety, welfare and happiness of our children and young people
• Providing enjoyable, high-quality holistic learning opportunities
• Acting as strong advocates for special needs, positively influencing education policy and practices
• Allowing everyone to thrive

Why join Whitefield Academy Trust?

Just as we seek to give our pupils a fantastic school experience, we want every member of our team to find being part of Whitefield Academy Trust a fulfilling and enjoyable experience. Whatever their role, we are committed to supporting each team member and giving them every opportunity to progress their careers across our schools and services.

It's not always an easy job, but it offers huge job satisfaction. You'll be part of a supportive team and we'll teach you how. The Trust is noted for its staff training and professional development. There are opportunities to progress in your career through our internal progression scheme.

We offer:

• A wide-ranging and high-quality CPD programme which can be tailored around each team member’s unique skills and career aspirations;
• A welcoming and inspiring working environment in which colleagues look out for and support one another;
• Opportunities to share best practice and ideas with colleagues across the Trust;
• Wellbeing support mechanisms including practical and emotional support;
• A competitive local government or teachers’ pension scheme, with defined benefits;
• Recognition of continuous service with Local Authorities and other academy trusts for various employment entitlements;
• Refer a friend to work scheme and earn £300;
• Interest free loans for bicycle purchase;
• Mentoring scheme

But, above all, working at Whitefield Academy Trust is a highly rewarding and satisfying experience. Thanks to the commitment, energy and determination of our staff, all of our children and young people make fantastic progress during their time with us. Watching their progress and working alongside families is immensely satisfying and, as a Trust, we take every opportunity to recognise and celebrate the important role our staff play in transforming the lives of our children and young people.

Whitefield Academy Trust is working towards improving the diversity of the governance and leadership of the Trust, and the experience for our staff from diverse backgrounds. We are keen to hear from all candidates with the appropriate experience who feel they can make a real contribution to our Trust. If you can bring a fresh perspective to the challenges we face whether through your background as someone from an ethnic minority or you live with a disability (visible or not), are open about your faith, religion or belief or about being LGBTQ+, your application will receive a warm welcome. As will applications from all suitable candidates.

How to apply

Your application is a direct permanent application to Whitefield Academy Trust.

To apply, please request an application form from Ellie Field at whitefieldacademytrust@hays.com or call Ellie on 0207 259 8770 for more information. Your application is a direct permanent application to our school (not through agency), Hays is our recruitment partner for all permanent appointments.

We warmly encourage visits from prospective candidates to experience our school first hand. Visits are by appointment only, to book please contact Ellie Field for a confidential discussion.

Closing date: 12 noon on Friday 17th February 2023

Interview date: w/c 27th February 2023

Whitefield Academy Trust is uncompromising in its commitment to safeguarding children and young people.

Whitefield Academy Trust https://www.whitefieldacademytrust.org.uk/

Joseph Clarke School https://www.josephclarkeschool.org.uk/

Whitefield School https://www.whitefieldschool.org.uk/

Professional Development and Outreach Services

https://www.whitefieldpds.org.uk/