Teaching Assistant

Abbey Church of England Academy in Daventry is now recruiting for a Teaching Assistant. This role could be perfect for you.

If you are 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 support students, including those within SEN, with their learning and person care needs; to work with other staff to further students' independence and to enable them to access specific areas of the curriculum. The post holder will also organise and undertake other related duties to support learning, personal and social development.

32.5 hours a week / 39 weeks a year (term time) - permanent

Salary & Benefits

• £22,737 FTE (£18,892.15 pro rata) NJC3
• 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

• 5 GCSE at C grade or above including Maths and English
• Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children
• and young people.
• Motivation to work with children and young people.
• Good numeracy/literacy skills.
• Experience of working with children or young people
• Experience of working in an educational environment 
• Ability to engage with a wide range of students from different backgrounds
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across the Academy
• Be able to work under pressure and prioritise your own workload
• Be able to inspire, motivate and enthuse students throughout the academy
• Ability to safely manage classroom activities and learning resources
• Be willing to be involved in the wider life of the academy community
• Be professional in appearance, punctuality and attendance

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 now’.

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.