Teaching Assistant

Summit Learning Trust Mission Statement Success through Endeavour Ambition through Challenge Strength through Diversity Ninestiles, an Academy is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic person to join our Inclusion team To work under the instruction/guidance of the Strategic SEND Lead, Senior Leadership Team and in collaboration with teaching colleagues to raise achievement and progress academically and socially for learners with SEND. We are looking to appoint either a Teaching Assistant Level 3 (please see the attached Job Descriptions and Personal Specifications). The successful candidate will be appointed based on the skills, experience, and strengths they bring to the role. . You must also be able to show your ability to interact well with learners and teachers alike in a culture built on the values of mutual trust and respect. We are seeking an individual who can positively contribute to the team and who is committed to supporting, inspiring, and engaging our learners to achieve the best possible outcomes. You must hold a NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification . We require all of our team to demonstrate the academic ability to support our Year 11’s to gain strong GCSEs and make complex texts accessible to Year 7s - some of whom are working at KS1 levels; we expect true partnerships with parents and the confidence to facilitate these independently; you need to be able to work at pace in a fast-paced environment producing consistently high quality work. Your pastoral work will be excellent and you will be confident being the first point of contact for parents in need of support. Optimism and consistency will be your core performance virtues. You will be both IT literate and IT confident. You will be assured in challenging colleagues to undertake their best endeavours for all learners, recognising excellence and challenging when standards of excellence are yet to be met. At interview we will explore your ability to develop rapport with learners, and we will explore your personal engagement with reading, especially at a level reflective of the needs of GCSE study. About our Academy Ninestiles, an Academy, is proud to be recognised as the TES Inclusive School of the Year 2025 , celebrating our commitment to creating a welcoming, diverse, and high-achieving environment for all learners. Following our most recent Ofsted inspection in November 2024, we were praised for taking effective action to maintain the high standards previously identified, reaffirming our status as a ‘Good’ school. Inspectors highlighted that our learners thrive both socially and academically, showing genuine respect for others’ differences—a reflection of our inclusive ethos and high aspirations. Our pastoral care is a cornerstone of our success, with highly effective support systems and a staff team that holds consistently high expectations for every learner. At Ninestiles, we focus on securing strong academic outcomes and on preparing learners to become active, responsible citizens. Our curriculum is thoughtfully designed by our collaborative leadership team and colleagues across Summit Learning Trust to offer breadth and balance. Learners benefit from a wide range of subjects at Key Stage 3, laying the foundation for informed choices at Key Stage 4, where options are tailored to their interests and abilities. Beyond the classroom, our vibrant enrichment programme is a real strength of the school. With over 70 clubs and activities—including sport, music, art, drama, and debating—students are encouraged to explore their passions and develop new skills. Join us at Ninestiles and be part of a school where inclusion, ambition, and opportunity go hand in hand Why Join Summit Learning Trust? A welcoming, supportive, and inclusive working environment. Commitment to your professional development with high quality CPD opportunities and career progression. Access to staff wellbeing initiatives and a wide range of employee benefits. The chance to make a meaning impact on the lives of young people. Interviews to be held as soon as possible after closing date . We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and communities. Summit Learning Trust is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to thrive. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all colleagues to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, including a Children’s Barred List check., and online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates. Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available to view here. If you require the application form in a different format, please contact hr.enquiries@summitlearningtrust.org.uk.