Level 3 Teaching Assistant in Leicester

Based in our DSP Provision/Mainstream, 32.25 hours per week, term-time plus training days/sessions. Permanent position required from ASAP.

We are delighted to offer this exciting opportunity for an inspirational and highly motivated Teaching Assistant to join our talented SEND department ASAP. Applications are encouraged from qualified Level 3 Teaching Assistants with a passion for making a real difference to young people’s lives; regardless of experience, we offer excellent training opportunities and the chance to quickly progress within the Academy.

SEND is a strong, well-established faculty with students that enjoy their subject and are eager to learn. We welcome Teaching Assistants who will be inspiring and knowledgeable within SEND and want to make a real difference to the lives of our students to ensure they feel valued and that they can succeed. Applications are equally encouraged from both experienced and newly qualified Level 3 Teaching Assistants.

It is a very exciting time to join us at Lancaster; we are an 11-16 Academy with over 950 students on roll. We are delighted that in February 2024, Lancaster was graded good by Ofsted. From August 2018, we became co-educational admitting girls for the first time, with now over 350 girls on roll. This has added an exciting dimension and a new dynamic to the Lancaster community.

Why work for us?

• You will be given the opportunity to grow professionally and personally in this role and you will have access to meaningful professional development.
• As a Trust, we value inclusive working practices and diverse teams.
• If you’d prefer to work part-time or as a job-share, please let us know on your application and we’ll facilitate this wherever we can.
• We’re keen to ensure our Trust works for everyone, so we encourage applications from candidates from all demographics.

We Offer:

• Students who believe they can and will achieve.
• The opportunity to join our very talented SEND department.
• An excellent opportunity for career progression, both with the Academy and the Trust.
• An ambitious leadership team with a clear vision for the Academy.
• Free onsite parking.
• Access to the highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Favourable annual leave entitlement, above the statutory minimum, plus bank holidays.
• Staff Benefits Package - Access to a huge range of savings from retailers such as Currys, Halfords, Wilko, Asda, Tesco, M&S, Morrisons and many more!
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Free Financial Support Service from Barclays - support with all aspects of your financial health and wellbeing, and you don't need to be a Barclays customer to use the service.
• Eye Test Vouchers – Free SpecSavers eye test voucher for eligible staff.
• Annual Flu Vaccine – Free flu vaccine voucher for eligible staff.
• Access to free Counselling sessions following an initial confidential consultation.

We are committed to providing the best education possible for all our students to ensure they reach their full potential and enjoy their learning experience. You may be an ambitious, high flyer who is relatively new to the profession or someone who has been in a school environment for a few years but is ready for a new challenge. We strongly recommend that you visit Lancaster before applying to see why we are all so proud to be Lancaster.

Interview Date: TBC