Lead Teaching Assistant in Nottingham

Lead Teaching Assistant in Nottingham

Nottingham Full-Time 24272 - 26756 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Christ The King Voluntary Academy

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Engage and support students across all age groups, fostering inclusion and learning.
  • Company: Christ the King Voluntary Academy, a supportive and inclusive secondary school.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, generous pension, CPD opportunities, and exclusive staff perks.
  • Other info: Join a welcoming community that values diversity and supports personal growth.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your career in education.
  • Qualifications: Passion for teaching and ability to connect with diverse learners.

The predicted salary is between 24272 - 26756 £ per year.

You will have a talent for engaging children and will be required to work flexibly across all age groups and abilities.

You will support the work of our teachers in this varied role and duties include working in 1:1 situations, leading small groups and providing general classroom support.

Working with children who have varying needs, from SEN to behavioural and emotional needs, you will encourage the acceptance and inclusion of all children.

There will be opportunities to develop your career within the school which allows you to make a valued contribution to our children's learning.

This is a permanent role starting from September 2026. You will be working for 37 hours hours per week, term time only.

About us

  • Christ the King Voluntary Academy is a Secondary school and is located in
  • Arnold, Nottingham

We are an Ofsted-rated Good.

Our mission is “to provide the best education and care for all in a living faith community.” We believe this is achieved when every member of our community—staff, students, parents, and governors—works together, supports one another, and strives to reach their full potential.

We are part of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Multi-Academy Trust, bringing together the 36 Catholic Primary and Secondary schools in Lincolnshire, Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire.

You will

  • Be caring and supportive, and committed to achieving excellent results.
  • Support the Teachers to enthuse our students, inspiring their learning and progress.
  • Assist with the planning, differentiation and preparation of intervention strategies.
  • Promote the well-being of our student’s providing guidance and support
  • Establish supportive relationships with pupils, allowing them to feel valued and listened to and encouraging questions and ideas.
  • Provide support for leaning activities and monitor their effectiveness.

What’s in it for you?

  • A competitive salary: £24,272 - £26,756 per annum (OLOL Band 4).

• Fantastic benefits

  • Generous Pension Scheme with employer contributions over 20%.
  • Access to top-tier CPD opportunities tailored to your development.
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing emotional, financial, and legal support for you and your family.
  • Exclusive perks: From staff discounts to a Cycle-to-Work scheme, we’ve got you covered!
  • A welcoming community: Work with enthusiastic students, supportive colleagues, and a leadership team that values your expertise.
  • Term time only working.

You do not need to be a Catholic to work for our Trust and we warmly welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities, and beliefs.

This includes those of all faiths, the Catholic faith and those without a faith who are supportive of the Trust’s Catholic character and Christian ethos.

This diversity is fundamental to our values and enriches the lives of the students within our schools.

Our Trust strives to be a supportive, inclusive, caring, and positive community where every staff member has a sense of belonging.

We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from people with a disability or long-term health condition.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment.

An enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks including online searches are required for successful applicants in line with Safer Recruitment Practices.

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Lead Teaching Assistant in Nottingham employer: Christ The King Voluntary Academy

Christ the King Voluntary Academy is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment where every staff member feels valued. With flexible working hours, competitive pay, and access to top-tier professional development opportunities, you will thrive in a community that prioritises your growth and well-being. Join us in Arnold, Nottingham, and be part of a dedicated team that makes a meaningful impact on students' lives while enjoying fantastic benefits like a generous pension scheme and employee assistance programmes.

Christ The King Voluntary Academy

Contact Details:

Christ The King Voluntary Academy Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Lead Teaching Assistant in Nottingham

Engagement with Children
Flexibility
1:1 Support
Group Leadership
Classroom Support
Understanding of SEN
Behavioural Support