Teaching Assistant at Outwood Grange Acadamies Trust

Wakefield, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jul, 26

Salary

17841.2

Posted On

10 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Classroom support, Intervention management, SEND support, EAL support, Student support plans, Communication skills, ICT proficiency, Microsoft Office, Data protection, Medical care assistance, Behavior management

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Description

Role: Teaching Assistant Academy: Outwood Primary Academy Newstead Green Start Date: ASAP Salary (Actual Salary): £17,562.49 (Grade 3) Working Pattern: 30 Hours Per Week, Day to Day, Term Time only + 2 days. Please note this is a temporary post until 31/08/2026 linked to SEN funding. Are you passionate about removing learning barriers and enabling every student to reach their potential? Join us as a Teaching Assistant, working directly with teachers to implement tailored learning activities and provide essential academic and welfare support to individuals and small groups. This varied role spans classroom support, intervention management (including for SEND and EAL students), and helping to develop individualized student support plans. Welcome from the Principal: Outwood Primary Academy Newstead Green is a primary academy based in the village of Havercroft, in the cathedral city of Wakefield. We are a welcoming and supportive academy, with a relentless determination to provide the very best education for every child. We place children at the centre of everything we do, with a focus on creating a culture of success and a positive climate for learning. OPA Newstead Green joined the Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) in 2018. As a member of the Outwood Family we believe in putting Children First, raising standards and transforming lives. If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact Nicola Mullooly, HR and Business Coordinator at n.mullooly@outwood.com Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) places staff development at the heart of its strategy to deliver excellence, aiming to recruit, develop, and retain the best staff through the Outwood Institute of Education (OIE). What will we do for you? We offer a supportive package focusing on professional advancement, secure benefits, and work-life balance: * Secure Pay & Pension: Competitive salary, automatic pay progression, and enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme. * Training & Progression: Access to diverse CPD opportunities, including apprenticeships and vocational qualifications. * Flexibility & Leave: Flexible family policies, enhanced occupational benefits (with no qualifying period), and 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays for non-term time staff. (Holiday for part-time staff is calculated on a pro-rata basis) * Wellbeing & Perks: Dedicated mental well-being strategy, free on-site parking, employee discounts, and access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme. If you are looking for a rewarding, supportive role where you can truly make an impact, we encourage you to apply now. * Further Information on employee benefits can be found Click Here [https://www.outwood.com/jointhefamily] * To find our more about working for Outwood and to read a message from our CEO please Click Here [https://www.outwood.com/about-us] Note: If applying from an external job board, please click 'Apply' to access the working links on the Outwood Careers page Please note, we reserve the right to close advertisements early, either on the advertised closing date, or sooner if required. 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.

Responsibilities

The Teaching Assistant will work directly with teachers to implement tailored learning activities and provide academic and welfare support to students. The role includes managing interventions for SEND and EAL students and developing individualized student support plans.