Teaching Assistant

Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more.   

Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.   

At Ormiston Forge Academy, we are looking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant (TA1 or TA2, depending on qualifications and experience) to join our Success for Learning team. Whether you're an experienced practitioner or early in your support staff career, we offer a role with purpose, professional development, and the chance to become a valued member of our academy community.

As a Teaching Assistant, the successful candidate will work closely with students who require additional support, both in the classroom and within our Success Centre. You will play a vital role in helping students achieve their potential by:

• Supporting teaching and learning for individuals or small groups
• Assisting with classroom delivery and interventions
• Monitoring student progress and behaviour
• Supporting reintegration and behaviour plans
• Building strong, trusting relationships with students, staff, and families

Your work will be guided by the SENCO and Success Centre Leaders and will be delivered across a variety of settings, including mainstream classes, withdrawal sessions, and learning hubs.

Requirements:

• A minimum of GCSE Grade A to C or Grade 4 or above passes in maths and English.
• Must be qualified to Level 2 Supporting Teaching and Learning.
• Minimum of 1 year’s experience of classroom support to students is desirable.

Ormiston Forge Academy is a thriving secondary academy and sixth form located in the heart of Cradley Heath, West Midlands, with a proud history of academic excellence and community involvement. Our Academy is not just a workplace—we are a family.

Why work for Ormiston Academies Trust?   

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset.   

We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, you can be sure of a role with purpose and meaning.  

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…  

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive  
• Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve  
• Being part of a team and community where you belong – receiving bespoke and holistic support from a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities 
• A supportive environment to grow your career – an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits 

We can offer you:

• The opportunity to join a supportive staff and work with well-motivated students; 
• An innovative curriculum;
• The opportunity to join an aspiring academy with exciting plans for the future;
• Access to a range of lifestyle and wellbeing benefits via Viv-Up platform

Our young people deserve nothing less than the best, so if you can be the best then we would like to hear from YOU! 

For further information please refer to the Job Description or for an informal discussion about the role please contact hr@oatforge.co.uk

To apply for the role please submit an application form via the link above by 9amon Monday 2nd June 2025. Please note that CVs will not be accepted. 

Ormiston Forge 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. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity.  Flexible working opportunities will be considered. 

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

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