At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young learners in a vibrant school environment and help them thrive.
- Company: Join the Olive School, Hackney, known for its outstanding educational excellence.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, generous holidays, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team committed to equality and safeguarding.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people in a supportive community.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant or equivalent and experience with children.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Do you have the drive, passion and commitment to deliver outstanding support to help young people in a disadvantaged community?
If so, joining the Star support team might just be the best career move you ever make.
This is your opportunity to join a dedicated team of support staff who are committed to providing the best possible education for our pupils.
About The Olive School, Hackney
The Olive School, Hackney is a Muslim faith-based, primary school for 4 to 11 year olds, which welcomes pupils from all faiths and none.
We opened in 2013 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism.
We were graded as ‘Outstanding’ in all areas during our most recent Ofsted inspection in May 2025 – a result we’ve maintained since our first inspection in May 2015.
We have an exemplary reputation for excellence in every aspect of school life.
We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action.
Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.
Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for a dedicated individual to provide tailored support to our pupils.
You will be committed to making a positive difference to young people’s lives and in supporting and developing their learning.
Your intervention will help enable an outstanding learning environment for our young people, providing the support they need to succeed.
The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and technical skills.
You will have the ability to effectively support learning and teaching, and to develop relationships across our school and the Star community.
You will have
- A NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant or equivalent.
- Experience of working with children in a school setting.
- Working knowledge of the National Curriculum.
- The ability to work one-to-one, in small groups and with whole classes.
- The ability to contribute effectively to teachers’ planning and preparation of lessons.
Professional development and rewards include competitive salaries, pension schemes, generous holiday entitlements, and healthcare cash plans.
Our Commitment
Star Academies is committed to safeguarding, safer recruitment and promoting the welfare of pupils.
Our comprehensive recruitment and selection processes aim to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants.
Successful candidates are subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks.
We are equally committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity.
We aim for our workforce to be representative of society and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best.
We are committed to providing equality and fairness in our recruitment and employment practices and not to discriminate on any grounds.
We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.
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