Teaching Assistant (Learning Support Professional)

Location: Latimer Academy W10 6TT

About this Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic Learning Support Professional to work with teachers, support teaching and learning by working with individuals or small groups of pupils under the direction of teaching staff and may be responsible for some learning activities within the overall teaching plan.

Ormiston Latimer Academy is an alternative provision academy in The Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea (RBK&C). It is commissioned to provide education for pupils that are at risk of exclusion or are excluded from school with the aim to achieve reintegration back into school, further education or employment.

The academy is on an improvement journey and the staff are excited and motivated to keep developing, learning and moving the school forwards. The curriculum is as broad and balanced as possible and one that provides an element of choice underpinned by a strong core. This enables staff to prepare pupils for a return to mainstream without compromising on potential outcomes for those who complete their examinations at the academy. Students are proud of their school and articulate well what they like about it. They see their relationships with teachers as a real strength of the school, along with the enrichment opportunities, and can also clearly articulate what they would like to see improve. They are honest and friendly and really want to do well.

About OAT:

Ormiston Academies Trust (OAT) is one of the largest not-for-profit MAT's in England with almost 5,000 staff and 30,000 students. We have been around since 2009 making us one of the longest established trusts. Our mission is to be the Trust that makes the biggest difference both inside and outside the classroom.

At OAT, we believe in the power of our people and their potential to make a positive impact on the lives of our pupils. Join us in shaping a brighter future for education, where everyone is valued and empowered to succeed.

OAT is a great organisation to work for. We offer:

• Commitment to your continued professional development
• LGPS
• Season Ticket loan scheme
• Employee Benefits and Wellbeing package
• Car and Cycle to Work salary sacrifice scheme

 How to apply:

To apply, please submit your completed application and supporting statement by the closing date.

Ormiston Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. 

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974