Teaching Assistant
Rivers Academy
England
- £21,974 - £22,934 per year
- Salary:
- SC4 (7-10)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 20 April 2026
- Apply by:
- 11 April 2026
Job overview
Rivers Academy is a vibrant and inclusive secondary school located in the United Kingdom, committed to providing high-quality education and support to all students. We are currently seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our Learning Support and Enrichment department. This role will focus on supporting students within the Key Stage 3 curriculum, helping them achieve their full potential in a nurturing environment.
Position: Teaching Assistant (Teacher's Aide/Education Assistant)
Department: Learning Support and Enrichment
Education Stage: Secondary (Key Stage 3/4)
Experience: No previous experience required
Hours for this role are - 30.5 hours a week term time based (39 weeks)
Role Overview:
As a Teaching Assistant at Rivers Academy, you will work closely with teachers to support student learning and development. You will assist with classroom activities, provide one-to-one or small group support for students who need extra help, and contribute to creating an engaging and supportive learning environment.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Good communication skills with both adults and children
- Ability to follow instructions carefully and work as part of a team
- Patience, empathy, and understanding towards young learners’ needs
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills appropriate for supporting Key Stage 3 students
- Willingness to learn new skills related to teaching assistance
Values and Attitudes:
- Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion within the school community
- Positive attitude towards working with young people from diverse backgrounds
- Reliability, punctuality, and professionalism in all aspects of work
- Enthusiasm for contributing positively to student progress through encouragement
- Respectful approach when dealing with sensitive situations or confidential information
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of secondary school students without requiring prior experience but bringing dedication along with it, we would love to hear from you. Join Rivers Academy’s Learning Support team where your contribution helps shape confident learners ready for future success.
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About Rivers Academy
Rivers Academy is proud to have been graded outstanding by Ofsted in the following areas: Quality of education - Outstanding; Behaviour and Attitudes - Outstanding; Personal Development - Outstanding; Leadership and Management - Outstanding; Post 16 - Good.
Principal
Sarah Johnson-Scott
Executive Principal
Luke Homer
Values and vision
As a result of outstanding teaching, an engaging curriculum, personalised pastoral care and excellent extra-curricular opportunities, students at Rivers Academy are better qualified, more confident and articulate than ever before. This is crucial as the competition for post-16 courses, apprenticeships, jobs and university places intensifies annually. Staff enjoy knowing that students leave well prepared for successful future careers with excellent qualifications, high levels of self-esteem, confidence and the skills necessary to thrive in a very competitive world.
Each post-16 student has an academic mentor, with whom they meet daily and who supports them through the undeniable demands and challenges of post-16 study. Around 85% of Year 13 students embark on university courses, many at the highly competitive Russell Group universities.
In September 2015, a Space Studio School for 14- to 18-year-olds, specialising in science and maths, was opened on the Rivers Academy campus.
Ofsted report
“Pupils benefit from an excellent education. The school’s curriculum is highly ambitious for all, including those who have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils in key stages 3 and 4 achieve highly, including in national examinations. Students in the sixth form achieve well and are thoroughly prepared for the next stage of their education. Behaviour is exceptional. Pupils and students in the sixth form work hard in lessons and demonstrate respect and courtesy to adults and peers alike. The school offers an extensive range of opportunities to develop pupils’ talents and interests. Pupils benefit from participation in a rich range of additional activities, visits and cultural events. The school provides high-quality subject-specific training for staff. Staff, including those new to the profession, feel valued and appreciate the development opportunities available to them. ”
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