At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students' learning and development in a dynamic educational environment.
- Company: Join the award-winning Nexus Multi-Academy Trust, dedicated to inclusive education.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, wellbeing support, flexible working, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team with a shared vision for personalised education.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your skills in education.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification and a passion for supporting diverse learners.
The predicted salary is between 25205 - 27342 £ per year.
Join the Nexus team as a Level 3 Teaching Assistant at West Riding Academy, Worsbrough, Barnsley, S70 4RG.
Position: Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Hours and salary: NJC 12-17 (Grade F) £29542 - £32046 actual salary £25205 - £27342 - Inclusive of the provisional 3.3% cost of living pay award
Closing date: 9:00am on Friday 10th July 2026
Interview date: Tuesday 14th July 2026
About our School: West Riding Academy is an 11-19 Special School and part of Nexus Multi-Academy Trust. We are proud of our great reputation with children and families, other professionals, and other agencies. Our shared vision for Nexus Multi‑Academy Trust is that we are constantly "Learning together, to be the best we can be". This vision is what we aspire for and is as relatable to every employee and partner of our Trust as it is to our children, young people and their families.
The students at West Riding Academy deserve the very best education and an ambitious, rich curriculum. All have communication and interaction needs, and many have other identified SEND. The students are at the heart of everything we do, and we strongly believe it is our responsibility to nurture their sense of belonging.
About the Trust: Nexus Multi Academy Trust was founded in 2016, with 19 unique SEND and mainstream academies. We are a growing, forward-thinking and innovative Trust with a shared ethos, vision and values for a personalised child-centred approach.
We are seeking individuals with strong person‑centred values and a proven ability to develop relationships with students and colleagues in order to support the delivery of high‑quality teaching and learning experiences. This includes a key role in the delivery of targeted learning interventions and role modelling best practice as a Level 3 Teaching Assistant.
What you can expect from us:
- Access to free wellbeing support resources including counselling, medical and legal advice.
- Access to discount schemes for savings with high street retailers, restaurants, activities and lifestyle services.
- Auto enrolment into a leading pension scheme with Teachers Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Access to extensive and tailored career pathways, CPD programmes, training and coaching.
- An Induction package to help you settle in and approach your role with confidence and enthusiasm.
- Internal opportunities across the Trust academies and to work with specialised leaders in education on nationally recognised projects.
- Flexible working policies.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Annual leave increases based on length of service plus bank holidays for support staff.
To apply: If you're interested in this role and wish to apply, please visit the Nexus MAT website to download an application form. All candidates are advised to refer to the job profile before making an application.
In line with safer recruitment practices and Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), curriculum vitae (CVs) will only be accepted alongside a full application form. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Nexus Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre‑employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
This post involves working with children and young people. If successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records check at an enhanced level and a barred list check.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce.
Privacy Notice (Job Applicants): We are committed to protecting your personal data and handling it responsibly. The information you provide on this application form will be used solely for recruitment and selection purposes, to assess your suitability for the role, and to communicate with you about your application.
