Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Temporary until July 2024

Full-time, term time only (34 hours 39 weeks)

Salary Grade E (£23,620-£25,409) paid pro rata

Required from September 2023 (or as soon as possible)

We are seeking to appoint a number of dynamic, ambitious and inspirational colleagues to join our successful teams across the RESPECT Federation (formally known as the Kingsmead School and Newton’s Walk).

This post is integral to our school and plays an important role in enhancing the opportunities for young people. This post would suit a passionate and motivated colleague who is keen in working with pupils.

As a Teaching Assistant you will need to share our commitment and vision and would to a team of likeminded colleagues. Our collection of schools is not only changing but also growing. As a result, this could lead to further progression opportunities within our schools over time.

The successful candidate will be able to engage and enthuse our pupils and work cooperatively within a diverse team of professionals from across the education and wider care landscape. Our mantra “we never give up” underpins our approach to working with pupils and guides and underpins our values. This is a fundamental part of the collection of schools vision so it is important that the successful candidate can fully embrace and embody this philosophy. 

We understand that our staff team are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and cooperation with a high regard for personal and professional development. If you feel that you have the ability and drive to enable our students to reach their full potential, joining our school also offers many personal benefits including:

1. A committed and passionate staff team
2. A strong commitment to your continuing professional development and training opportunities
3. Regular well-being support
4. A supportive environment where your talents will be encouraged, nurtured and rewarded 

The RESPECT Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and other vetting procedures including the provision of two good references. 

For further details, please view the attached documents or visit our website https://www.kingsmead.derby.sch.uk

Completed application forms should be emailed to Sharon Barker s.barker@kingsmead.derby.sch.uk

Closing date: 8th June at 9am

Interviews will be held: 15th June 2023

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all our students as our number one priority. This includes a commitment to robust Recruitment, Selection and Induction procedures