Sheffield Springs Academy is seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to join their established team. The academy is part of United Learning, a national group of schools and academies. Sheffield Springs Academy is an 11-16 secondary school serving the Park, Manor and Castle wards of Sheffield. As part of United Learning our aim is to bring out ‘the Best in Everyone’ and we continuously strive to ensure that students and staff have every opportunity to succeed, with their potential developed to the utmost.

Our mission is to provide a world class education so students have the choice to attend a top university or a real alternative. Our mission is underpinned by our shared values of ambition, determination and respect which drive our thinking and behaviours. Our most recent Ofsted inspection judged the academy ‘Good’. High expectations of behaviour and learning are established resulting in a calm and purposeful environment.

The role:

We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to build capacity within our existing team at Sheffield Springs Academy. This post will be based around one to one in class support for a student working at level 2. We are looking to recruit someone with a child centred approach and excellent people skills to support students effectively in order for them to fully participate in learning. Experience of supporting students with SEN and/or complex learning needs would be advantageous for this role.

The working hours are Monday to Friday 08:00 – 16:00, term time only. It is a permanent contract with a payable salary £16,328.60 – £18039.84 based on FTE £19,000-£21,000 depending on experience level.

Main duties will include:

· To establish rapport and respectful, trusting relationships with students, acting as a role model and setting high expectations.

· To supervise and provide dedicated support for students, particularly those with SEN, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities.

· To provide feedback to students in relation to progress and achievement, under the guidance of the teacher, in line with School Policy.

· To assist the teacher with preparation of teaching and learning materials and resources.

· To undertake structured and agreed learning activities/teaching programmes, being aware of learning style and adjusting activities according to students’ responses/needs.

We will offer you:

· Excellent facilities and resources.

· A chance to become part of one of the largest groups of academies in the country.

· Caring, dedicated and friendly students.

· Colleagues who are supportive, friendly and who are committed to each other’s professional development.

· Excellent employee benefits which include an excellent pension scheme.

What we would like from you:

· TA qualified (level 1-3) or equivalent experience.

· To be both approachable and have excellent people skills.

· To be a team player.

· To have a sound knowledge of Microsoft Office packages.

· To be resilient in following the academy behaviour policy.

· A fundamental belief in the power of education to enable pupils to achieve anything they set their minds to.

Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details.

To apply, please click "Apply Now" to complete our online application form, CVs are not accepted. If you have any queries regarding this role please email hr@unitedlearningyorks.org.uk The closing date for this post is midnight on Sunday 08 January 2023. Interviews will take place soon after. Applicants are encouraged to visit the academy before applying, to arrange a visit please contact hr@unitedlearningyorks.org.uk

United Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employees will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive checking process including references from current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK, an Enhanced DBS check and a further check against the appropriate barred list.