At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers in delivering academic excellence and promote positive behaviour in the classroom.
- Company: Join Leigh Academy Cherry Orchard, an outstanding academy with a collaborative ethos.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, local government pension scheme, and access to a free virtual GP service.
- Other info: Fixed-term role until July 2027, with excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your professional skills.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEN students and a passion for education are essential.
The predicted salary is between 19870 - 19870 £ per year.
Competitive salary with progression opportunities + Local Government Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additional LAT benefits.
Leigh Academy Cherry Orchard has a fantastic opportunity to appoint a Teaching Assistant to join and support our classes in our highly successful academy that opened in 2017.
This role is ideal for those who genuinely have a passion for helping children within a primary setting and SEN.
Please note, this role is based within our SRP and working with children with SEN.
What does the role involve?
The main aim of this role is to support our teachers to deliver academic excellence, day in, day out, with professionalism and enthusiasm.
Each and every member of staff, regardless of their position or seniority, is expected to participate in the overall running of the school and to act as a positive role model for our students.
In and out of the classroom you will encourage and promote positive behaviour and effectively manage any situation that threatens to impact on the progress of other students.
We are looking for someone demonstrates the following: Have high expectations of teaching and learning To be a positive role model To contribute to the positive ethos of the school Be able to work collaboratively with a range of children and adults Be keen to develop as a professional Previous, recent experience in a similar education setting with SEN students Being independent and able to work under pressure This role is a fixed-term role until July 2027.
The actual salary is £19,870 per annum (£26,300 full-time equivalent), term time + 1 week inset.
This is working 8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday.
Working with us at Leigh Academy Cherry Orchard Leigh Academy Cherry Orchard opened in September 2017 , it has since grown to full capacity with children up to Year 6 as of September 2021.
The academy is located in Ebbsfleet Garden City and features new facilities, including a nursery and a center for children with speech, communication, and language needs.
The academy’s core mission is to inspire children, deliver an inclusive education, create a safe and happy environment, and ensure all students feel valued.
It focuses on challenging learning experiences to build resilient students and maintains a consistent approach to behavior, safeguarding, and pastoral support.
Leigh Academy Cherry Orchard received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted in its November 2021 inspection, achieving the highest mark in all five areas: Quality of Education, Behaviour and Attitudes, Personal Development, Leadership and Management, and Early Years Provision.
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Teaching Assistant in Kent employer: LeighAcademiesTrust
Leigh Academies Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a nurturing environment where the Student Wellbeing & Success Manager can thrive. With a strong focus on employee growth and a commitment to student success, staff benefit from competitive salaries, progression opportunities, and a supportive community that values collaboration and empathy. Located in a vibrant area, this role provides unique advantages such as access to a local government pension scheme, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
