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Teaching Assistant - Level 3 (On Board Centre Assistant)

Teaching Assistant - Level 3 (On Board Centre Assistant)

Droylsden Academy

Droylsden Academy

  • Expired
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
ASAP
Apply by:
24 February 2020

Job overview

Pay Scale: Grade E, Point 11 – 16 (Actual Salary £17,807 - £19,673 per annum)

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only

Hours: 36 hours per week 

Closing Date: 24th February 2020

Start Date: ASAP

Our On Board Centre (OBC) is a room situated in our Learning Support Department which provides a wide range of support for students to allow them to thrive academically and be successful in school - it was recognised by Ofsted in our most recent inspection for the excellent support it provides. 

Students are referred to the On Board Centre by the school's pastoral team for a variety of reasons; for example, because they are experiencing health issues (physical or mental) which are making it hard for them to be in class, because they have experienced something difficult or upsetting outside of school or because they are struggling to manage aspects of their behaviour. 

Students will work for a set period of time in the OBC and, while there, they complete work set by their class teachers under the supervision and guidance of the OBC Team - expectations of students when working in the OBC are the same as they are elsewhere in the school and we insist on very high standards. 

We are looking for the right person to join this team in supporting and managing students in the On Board Centre, liaising with class teachers and other staff in school to ensure that, during their stay in the OBC, students work hard, remain safe and receive the support they need to resume their learning back in class.


The School:

Droylsden Academy is enjoying a period of rapid improvement; this is a very exciting time to join us as we are building a team of committed professionals who are driven in making our vision of becoming outstanding a reality.

The Academy was recently inspected and Ofsted noted the rapid progress our school is making. The result of this inspection was the school being judged good in all areas. 

“Pupils behave well, they are proud of their school and take on leadership roles readily” 

“The school’s core values of politeness, hardworking and honesty are in abundance”

“Pupils are interested in their learning because teachers have excellent subject knowledge and plan carefully”


If you are someone who; 

• has experience of working with young people to support their education

• is resilient, positive and can work as part of a team

• is interested in supporting young people to overcome barriers and succeed at school...

this is the ideal opportunity for you.


The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. To ensure this, successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.


Interested applicants should complete a Droylsden Academy Application Form and Equal Opportunities Application Form available on the school website at http://www.droylsdenacademy.com/work-at-droylsden-academy/3527.html

Completed applications should be returned to: hr@droylsdenacademy.com or Human Resources Department, Droylsden Academy, Manor Road, Droylsden, Manchester, M43 6QD.

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About Droylsden Academy

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+44 161 301 7600

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Droylsden Academy is an 11-16 Co-Educational School in Tameside, Greater Manchester. It is currently rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted (2022 and 2017). The Academy serves over 900 students and employs over 100 teachers and support staff. The school is heavily over-subscribed, has an impressive state -of-the art modern building and is in a very strong financial position.

The Tame River Educational Trust was founded in January 2022, with Droylsden Academy as its founding member.  Our Multi Academy Trust (MAT) is a sponsored Trust (sponsored by Tameside College and Clarendon Sixth Form) and currently has one secondary school and an Associate Member secondary school (soon to become a full member).

Our Trust mission is to challenge educational and social disadvantage by hosting a family of great community-based schools in which to learn, teach and belong. Our Trust promotes learning, develops character, values diversity and builds cultural capital. By the age of 16 we want every student to progress to suitably challenging post-16 studies or apprenticeships.

Please have a look at our Trust website for more details at: https://www.droylsdenacademy.com/tret/417608.html.

Co-Headteachers

Mr E Mayell and Mrs G Arnold

Values and vision

Droylsden Academy is built on three core values. Our school encourages students to become great learners through hard work, politeness and honesty

Ofsted Report

Droylsden Academy is a good school:

“Pupils are proud to attend Droylsden Academy”

“Pupils are happy and accepting of each other’s differences. The school is a place where they can be themselves”

“Teachers’ expectations of pupils’ behaviour and academic achievement are high. Pupils rise to these standards”

“Pupils behave well and work hard”

“Pupils are expected to develop their character and confidence. They develop leadership skills and they are well prepared for life in modern Britain”

“Teachers are successful in helping pupils to deepen their understanding of ideas and concepts across the curriculum. Effective support helps pupils remember more over time”

“An extensive programme of pastoral support and life lessons ensures that pupils learn about healthy relationships and the wider world”

“Pupils benefit from an extensive range of extra-curricular clubs”

View Droylsden Academy’s latest Ofsted report

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