Teaching Assistant

About the role

Barclay Academy are developing an academic culture where the highest standards are expected of staff and students. It is a dynamic school, where students and staff are exceptionally well supported.

We are seeking to recruit a part-time/full-time (25/37 hrs/wk) Teaching Assistant with a passion for working in education and working with young people. Experience of primary and phonics would be welcome. For the right candidate, we would be happy to work within school hours.

The Academy has implemented a new knowledge-based curriculum. The aim of the curriculum is to develop culturally literate young adults who have the knowledge and skills to be successful in any walk of life. Teaching Assistants are managed by the Inclusion Department, but exist very much within subject departments, using their own knowledge and experiences to support students in one or two particular subject areas.

In line with up-to-date research, we use effective models of supporting in-class that allow students to be as independent as possible, while receiving the scaffolding they need to ensure they can achieve. Teaching Assistants communicate closely with the subject teacher so that they gain experience in co-planning and co-delivering parts of lessons, and they are there to support the whole class, not just one individual. Teaching Assistants are expected to know the curriculum of the subject(s) in which they support, as well as to know the particular Special Educational Needs of students in their classes.

All new Teaching Assistants have regular access to in-school training opportunities, to develop their understanding of a wide range of Special Educational Needs as well as to further their wider professional development.

We are developing a highly academic culture where the highest standards are expected of staff and pupils. It is a dynamic and demanding school and one where pupils and staff are exceptionally well supported. It is also a happy, cohesive and very purposeful environment.

If you think you have what we are looking for, we very much look forward to hearing from you. 

This is a great opportunity to make a positive contribution to the lives of young people.

Come and join a transformative team at Barclay Academy where you can make an immediate and real difference alongside a totally committed and dedicated group of professionals.

We can offer you:

• Staff Benefit Scheme (Perkbox)
• Eye Care Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Car Purchase Scheme 
• A friendly and supportive staff community
• The opportunity to work within an innovative and ambitious family of schools.
• The opportunity to work with enthusiastic and hardworking students.
• A location easily accessible by train and bus

If you would like a tour of the academy, please call Reception and Mrs Smith, SENDCo, will call you to arrange a covenient time.

To apply, please send the completed application form and supporting letter to L.Crane@barclay.futureacademies.org

Please note that Future Academies reserves the right to appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.

Future Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all members of staff to share this commitment and hold this responsibility.  To this end an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, a Barred List check and an Online check are required for this role.