Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant - Fixed Term until July 2027 (with the possibility of an extension) Grade 3 points 4 - 7 (£25,185 - £26,403 per annum pro rata) 31.25 hrs per week term time only

About Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust:

The Westwood Academy operates under the umbrella of the Kenilworth Multi-Academy Trust, a progressive and ambitious Trust. We provide a stimulating atmosphere, coupled with an exemplary shared Continuous Professional Development (CPD) program. We take pride in our academic achievements and the pastoral care we offer, fostering a sense of community within our modest yet expanding school. We are proud to share the following statement from our recent Ofsted inspection, where the school was recognised as being ‘Good’ in all areas: ‘Staff feel valued because the school supports their well-being and manages their workload. Hence, they enjoy working here.’ This is a unique opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking Trust that values innovation and collaboration. If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of education and thrive in a supportive and dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply.

Location:

Based at Westwood Academy.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be a teaching assistant at The Westwood Academy with a particular focus on delivering supporting education. The role will have a particular focus on collaboration to develop and implement effective strategies for enhancing education across all subjects.

Requirements:

An ability to work in the classroom supporting teachers with school pupils and to be a positive role model

Working 1:2:1 or with small groups

Excellent communication and teamworking skills

Dedicated, creative and hardworking individual

A real willingness to learn new skills

Emotional self-awareness

Emotional self-control

Transparency

Adaptability

Initiative

Optimism

Empathy

Organisational awareness

Benefits:

Excellent CPD opportunities

A supportive team of colleagues across the school

A positive, community, environment with an innovative learning culture

A dedicated and forward-looking leadership team, with highly skilled staff upholding high expectations and aspirations for our students

Shared on-line resources to support the development of student learning

A wide enrichment programme in which you can participate

Employee well-being benefits via our Employee Assist healthcare programme (Benenden) physiotherapy, 24/7 GP and mental health support, retail and gym discounts, free flu vaccination, a laptop and free on-site parking.

We reserve the right to close this advert early and invite candidates to interview before the closing date should we receive a sufficient number of applications, or a suitable candidate be found. We will be reviewing applications as they are received, therefore early applications are advised and welcomed.

Safeguarding

The Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and parents to share that commitment. Successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check with Children’s Barred List check and obtain membership of the DBS update Service.