Teaching Assistants

School
Hanham Woods Academy
Location
Bristol, South Gloucestershire
Contract Type
Fixed term contract
Hours
Part Time
Salary
Actual Starting Salary: £13,560 per year.
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
Expires
6th October 2021 11:59 PM
Contract Type
Fixed term contract
Job ID
1176913
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
  • Contract Type :Fixed term contract
  • Contract Length: Until 31 August 2022
  • Job ID: 1176913

We are looking for a number of passionate and inspiring Teaching Assistants – Level 1 to join our supportive and talented team at Hanham Woods Academy. We are a diverse multi-academy trust, looking for professional and ambitious people, with a passion for transforming our students’ learning.

All positions are fixed term until 31 August 2022, 30 hours per week, Term Time Only + 5 Inset Days. 

Due to the tight turnaround, we will shortlist your application once received. If shortlisted, you shall be contacted for an interview within one week of submitting your application. 

What we are looking for: 

We are looking for Teaching Assistants– Level 1, to assist in the educational, personal and social development of designated students under the direction and guidance of relevant colleagues (e.g. the Principal, SENCo and/or INCo, phase leaders and class teachers.) Support students by adopting relevant strategies and techniques to enable them to access the curriculum, engage with their learning and achieve their full potential. Takes responsibility for implementing planned learning activities/ teaching programmes as agreed with the teacher, adjusting activities according to students’ responses as appropriate. Deliver measurable impact on student attainment as well as social and emotional well-being. Works collaboratively with relevant colleagues to fulfil the requirements of the role. 

Please download the full job description and person specification via the CLF Vacancies Page. 

Your opportunity:

Not only will you be working within one of our fantastic academies, but you will be a part of a diverse Federation working alongside professional and inspirational people. The Cabot learning Federation are committed to providing the very best learning experiences for every young person we educate which you can be a part of. You will have access to our generous benefits package including excellent annual leave entitlement, access to our pension scheme and a number of other well-being benefits. You will be working within a large multi-academy trust which provides dedicated training programmes and the opportunity to gain experience within other departments and CLF functions.

Cabot Learning Federation Benefits:

As part of the Cabot Learning Federation, we can offer you a range of benefits, including:

  • Access to our pension scheme - Local Government Pension Scheme (if eligible)
  • Dedicated Training and Development programmes
  • Health and wellness sessions and discounts.
  • Secured discounts for staff at a number of gyms in the local area.
  • Flu Jabs
  • Annual CLF conferences which provides CPD opportunity
  • Comprehensive Induction process
  • Competitive salaries which are reviewed annually
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme

About the Academy & Cabot Learning Federation

The Cabot Learning Federation is a diverse Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) in the South West. We currently sponsor eight secondary academies, nine primary academies, an all through provision, a studio school, a discrete Post 16 provision and an alternative provision which consists of one primary and three secondary phases. CLF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The trust is proud to serve a diverse student population and their communities. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. We are proud to be part of a vibrant community and celebrate the richness of cultures, faiths and backgrounds of our students. We aim to develop a curriculum that is responsive to our pupils needs and reflects their diverse interests and backgrounds.

Hanham Woods Academy is part of the Cabot Learning Federation and is one of the most improved Academies in the South West, providing an excellent education to over 800 students. The Academy has a growing reputation both locally and regionally. Whilst we appreciate the unique setting in which the Academy is placed, we work hard to challenge students from a variety of backgrounds to be the best they can be in all areas of life. The Academy was judged ‘Good’ by Ofsted in November 2019, noting that ‘Pupils are proud of their school’ and ‘They feel safe’. The Academy continues its improvement journey, being over-subscribed in a number of Year Groups. Our students are excited to learn, are increasingly successful in reaching their potential and are real ambassadors for our community. Staff are hard working and supportive, and leaders consider carefully the wellbeing of colleagues.

Please submit your application form via the CLF recruitment portal. CV’s will not be accepted and any submitted will not be considered alongside your application.

 

Safeguarding Statement:

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
Hanham Woods Academy

Hanham Woods Academy

Part of Cabot Learning Federation

Cabot Learning Federation