A Literacy Teaching Assistant post in the Faculty of Learning at The City Academy Hackney, part of City of London Academies Trust. The role supports pupils with special educational needs, working under faculty staff and teachers to help them access the curriculum in classes, groups or one-to-one. The job is full-time and term time only, 39 weeks a year, with optional paid weekend tutoring and studies sessions. Fluent spoken English and a degree or equivalent are required, and visa sponsorship is not available.
What the job involves
- Support students' access to the curriculum, under the direction of faculty staff and teachers
- Work with students in classrooms, in groups and one-to-one
- Build supportive relationships with students and promote their confidence and self-esteem
- Motivate and encourage learning
- Manage challenging behaviour
Qualifications
- Degree or equivalent
Skills & knowledge
- Capacity to support literacy learning
- Effective teamworking
- Professional attitude at all times
- Clear communication
- Understanding of diverse social backgrounds
- Awareness of safeguarding issues
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check
- Willingness to undergo checks under Keeping Children Safe in Education
- Fluent spoken English under part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016
Other
- Alignment with the Trust's approach to behaviour and learning culture
- Highly effective, aiming to exceed current standards
- Commitment to academic, creative, sporting, linguistic and personal achievement
Nice to have
- Familiarity with special educational needs education
- Familiarity with neurodiversity or disability
What’s offered
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Training and development
- Career advancement opportunities within the Trust
- Optional extra paid hours in studies sessions and weekend tutoring
- Term-time only working, suited to family responsibilities
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
