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Teaching Assistant

Outwood Academy Haydock

St. Helens

  • Expired
Salary:
£17,250 - £17,915 per annum
Job type:
Full Time, Part Time, Permanent
Start date:
September 2025
Apply by:
14 July 2025

Job overview

Be a part of something amazing: Shape the future at Outwood Academy Haydock!

Are you passionate about education and driven to make a real difference in young lives? Outwood Academy Haydock, a thriving 11-16 academy serving the vibrant community of St Helens in Merseyside, is seeking an exceptional Teaching Assistant to join our dynamic team!

We're not just any school. Our recent "Good" Ofsted rating (September 2024) is a testament to our unwavering commitment to providing an outstanding education for every child. As part of the renowned Outwood Family since 2022, we offer a supportive and welcoming environment where students are at the centre of everything we do.

Imagine being part of a team that's dedicated to fostering a culture of success and a positive learning climate. Our enriching curriculum, combined with a relentless focus on learning, empowers every student to reach their full potential. We believe learning should be both enjoyable and rewarding, and we strive to create a safe, secure community where students thrive.

As a Teaching Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting students' learning and well-being, including those with special educational needs. Working alongside dedicated teachers, you'll provide practical and learning support, directly impacting the lives of our students.

Outwood Academy Haydock is more than just a school; it's a place where ambition thrives and potential is realised. If you're an enthusiastic and dedicated individual with a passion for learning and you share our single goal of "Students First," we encourage you to apply! Join us and be a part of something truly special.

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Two positions available, both temporary for 1 year.

Hours: 30 hours per week, term time only, plus 5 days. Full-time with part-time considered.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role please contact Robert Artingstall at r.artingstall@haydock.outwood.com

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Closing date: 9.00am on 14 July 2025.

Interview date: 16 July 2025.

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Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.

About Outwood Academy Haydock

+44 174 467 8833

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Chief Executive Officer: Lee Wilson

Principal: Phil Abram

Outwood Academy Haydock is an 11-16 academy, based in the former mining village of Haydock, within the large Merseyside town of St Helens.

Part of the Outwood Family since 2022, we are a welcoming and supportive academy, with a relentless determination to provide the very best education for every child. We place students at the centre of everything we do, with a focus on creating a culture of success and a positive climate for learning.

We are proud of our curriculum, which is designed to stretch and enrich our students’ experience coupled with our relentless focus on learning ensures everyone has the right to learn.

We believe that learning should be both enjoyable and enriching. With a holistic view of education, we aim to create a safe and secure learning community that encourages healthy and sustainable lifestyles and empowers students to pursue career pathways they will find stimulating and deeply rewarding.

As we continue to improve and progress, help to take us to the next level.

The Outwood Family of Schools pride ourselves on fully supporting colleagues within the Family both professionally and personally.

We work hard to ensure we reduce workload on staff, allowing more time in the classroom to put our vision of students first, raising standards and transforming lives into practice.

As a founding Trust of the National Institute of Education (NIoT), we will actively invest in your future through working closely with the Outwood Institute of Education and NIoT to offer access to a wide range of CPD opportunities, with all teaching staff receiving a minimum of two hours of CPD each week.

We also offer a generous employment package with a whole host of staff benefits, including family friendly policies, enhanced occupational benefits available (such as maternity, adoption and parental leave) with no qualifying period, funded CPD for qualifications up to and including Masters level plus other exclusive benefits including a partnership with car leasing company, Synergy.

All academies within the Outwood Family have gained the IQM Inclusive Schools Award with 18 having Centre of Excellence status and one holding Flagship status.

If you share our vision, join our family.

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