Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Malcom Arnold Academy is now recruiting for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant. This role 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

To oversee the smooth transition for students whose prior learning and attainment are not initially suited to secondary education. 

Taking responsibility for teaching identified students to ensure that they make significant progress.

Plan, Prepare and deliver specified learning activities to individuals, small groups and/or classes modifying and adapting activities as necessary under the direction and supervision of a teacher.

 Assess, record and report on development, progress and attainment of SEN students.

 Liaise with staff and other relevant professionals and provide information about pupils as appropriate.

 Use teaching and learning objectives to plan, evaluate and adjust lessons/work plans as appropriate within agreed systems of supervision.

 Assess the needs of pupils and use knowledge and specialist skills to support pupils’ learning.

 Develop independence in our SEN students using metacognitive strategies to help them become self-regulated learners

About our Academy

The academy provides an innovative curriculum which aims to develop a culture of achievement.

Students are given everything they need to achieve success.  

Our academy also has strong links with the Peterborough Diocese, and is a Church of England Academy.

Salary & Benefits

NJC7 £20,444 FTE per annum, £17,877.04 pro rata 

Access to Local Government Pension scheme 

Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education

Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme

Rewards and Recognition Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent.

Previous experience of working with children of relevant age

Understanding of how children learn

Understanding of the secondary curriculum

Experience of supporting pupils with Literacy interventions

Experience of supporting individual children in a classroom on a 1:1 basis

 Full working knowledge of relevant policies/codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation. • Working knowledge of national curriculum and other relevant learning programmes/strategies.

Understanding of principles of child development and learning processes.

Ability to self-evaluate learning needs and actively seek learning opportunities.

Ability to relate well to children and adults.

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 in the country.  Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 34 schools across the country, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas, our first All Through school and a special school 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 click on 'apply here' 

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

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.