At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers and enhance student learning in a vibrant school environment.
- Company: Darton Academy, a top-performing school with state-of-the-art facilities.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive community, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with a focus on continuous improvement and student success.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team dedicated to making a real difference in students' lives.
- Qualifications: Experience working with children and a commitment to safeguarding.
The predicted salary is between 29540 - 32061 £ per year.
Pay scale Grade F Points 14 - 19 (£29,540 - £32,061 Full Time Equivalent). The minimum actual pro rata salary per annum for this job starts at £25,520.47.
What skills and experience we're looking for:
- The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
- Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
- Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
- Offers of employment may be subject to checks including: Childcare disqualification, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Medical, Online and social media, Prohibition from teaching, Right to work, Satisfactory references, Suitability to work with children.
- You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job:
- Apply for the job by following the link below. CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Darton Academy is an exciting place to learn and as soon as you enter the building you can feel a buzz of enthusiasm. There is a sense of purpose, and the academy is calm and orderly, with state-of-the-art facilities. We are a close-knit community, and we pride ourselves on knowing our pupils well and doing our utmost to ensure everyone fulfils their true potential.
We aim to ensure that our pupils can learn in a safe and supportive environment, where everyone values academic achievement and has a positive attitude to learning. As a result of our journey of continuous improvement, Darton Academy continues to outperform all other local schools and is now the highest performing school in the area having achieved an above national average Progress 8 score of 0.37 in the Summer 2024.
Pupils at Darton Academy made nearly half a grade more progress than those with similar KS2 starting points. In Summer 2025, Darton Academy pupils achieved results well above both local and national averages. This year, the Academy has also secured the highest attainment in Barnsley for both 5+ (strong passes in English and mathematics) and 4+. We are proud that 65% of pupils achieved a Grade 5 or above in both English and mathematics combined and 79% achieved a Grade 4 or above. In Mathematics, 71% of pupils achieved a grade 5 or above which places us in the top 2% of maintained schools in Yorkshire.
In February 2023 Ofsted graded us Good with an outstanding personal development offer. We strongly encourage our pupils to take part in enrichment activities so they can discover all their strengths and talents, and run over forty clubs, as well as pupil support sessions and interventions. We also regularly organise whole school events and educational visits so that our pupils have a broad experience of learning beyond the classroom.
We believe in rewarding pupils for good behaviour, attendance and achievement and run a number of celebration events throughout the year, from “Super September” to our summer “DartFest”. We place learning at the heart of everything we do and use our core values of respect, responsibility, and resilience to build a positive ethos. Ultimately, we understand that our pupils are most successful when they feel happy, valued, challenged, and supported to achieve their very best. We believe this also applies to our staff. We are passionate about giving people the chance to develop and progress their careers.
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) employer: Darton Academy
Darton Academy is an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant and supportive work environment, where staff are valued and encouraged to grow professionally. With state-of-the-art facilities and a strong commitment to safeguarding, the academy prioritises both student and staff well-being, ensuring a fulfilling career path in education. Employees benefit from a close-knit community atmosphere, opportunities for career development, and a culture that celebrates achievements and promotes continuous improvement.
