Teaching Assistant

As an Educational Teaching Assistant in ARP, you will help students by providing practical support which will promote and facilitate learning, educational activities, the development of social skills and integration to secure the educational and emotional well-being of our students. You will be a professional and positive role model who will be skilled in helping improve student outcomes and to support them to achieve their full potential. You must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, have the ability to remain calm and offer reassurances, be able to remain calm under pressure and be flexible to work in a busy and adaptable environment, with the ability to cope with change. At Royds Hall, we are proud to offer: A supportive and ambitious environment where all students are encouraged to go beyond what they think they can achieve and to enjoy learning, helping them to lead successful, healthy and happy lives A vibrant place to work which equips staff to deliver their best every day, under the strong belief that Valuing People, Supporting Personal Best is the key A commitment that staff are happy, engaged and well supported at work, taking pride in students’ attendance, behaviour, progress and development as well as their own Excellent training and guidance relevant to individual job roles, so expectations are understood and staff are motivated Great benefits, as an employer of choice, including outstanding CPD, supportive line management, and meaningful networking opportunities across the trust to aid personal development Supportive leadership, encouraging healthy work-life balance A high-quality teaching and learning environment, alongside good facilities A culture where children are happy, settled and confident, accessing a broad and balanced curriculum which provides a memorable educational experience for pupils and staff.

The ideal candidate will:

Be qualified in GCSE English and Mathematics (Grade 4 / C) Have mainstream and / or special school support experience in relevant key stages. Have a good level of experience of working with pupils with special educational needs, in particular children with CCI and autism needs. Be committed to our ethos that all pupils can achieve their personal best at Royds Hall Academy Have great references demonstrating they are a suitable candidate, safe to work with children. Please refer to the attached Application Pack for more information on the key outputs and expertise required for this role.