Teaching Assistant

Thomas Middlecott Academy is now recruiting a Teaching Assistant - this post could be your next career opportunity!

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens

About the role

• Part time hours considered
• Supervise and support a named pupil and other children when required.         
• Provide routine classroom support when required         
• Prepare and retain learning resources
• Participate in team meetings, staff development activities and the wider school   community to support the achievement of individual children.    

Permanent - Term Time, 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year.

About our Academy

Here at Thomas Middlecott Academy, we pursue excellence for our students in all areas of school life and are driven by our four values: ambition, aspirations, courage, and respect.

We believe that all students have an entitlement to an ambitious academic curriculum, which places value on the acquisition of powerful knowledge.

At Thomas Middlecott Academy we have high expectations for everyone. Our warm: strict approach to culture means that staff and students can develop positive relationships in an environment that is underpinned by mutual respect. This not only ensures our classrooms are places of learning, but also enables our students to develop effective habits of success so that they can fulfil any personal or professional aspiration they may have beyond Year 11.

Salary & Benefits

• NJC 3 £17,542.70 Pro Rata, £22,737. per annum FTE
• Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Awards and Recognition Scheme
• Flexible working patterns
• Benefits Platform
• discounts on car leasing
• holiday discounts
• cinema tickets
• restaurant booking discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

• Good numeracy and literacy skills.
• Good keyboard skills and knowledge of relevant IT packages
• Ability and willingness to identify own training needs and participate in training.
• To be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school
• Experience of working with relevant age groups within a learning environment.
• An understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities.
• Able to use basic IT including computer, audio, video equipment and photocopier.
• Ability to provide necessary personal care to children.
• Knowledge of relevant policies and codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Aware of Health & Safety and Safeguarding as appropriate to role
• Play an important part in the wider safeguarding of children – identifying concerns, sharing information and taking prompt action to safeguard and protect them.

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities. 

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 34 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please use the ‘apply now’ tab.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.