Teaching Assistant

As a Level 3 Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting teaching staff and collaborating with the wider Inclusion, SEND, and Pastoral teams to enhance the development and education of students in a specialised classroom for those with EHCPs and additional needs. You will lead provision for Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH), creating a structured and supportive learning environment that enables students to thrive. You will also support attendance initiatives and contribute to raising standards across the provision. Your duties will include supporting student induction, assessment, intervention, and ongoing support, as well as contributing to the planning and evaluation of learning activities for individuals and groups. Monitoring individual progress, achievements, and development, and reporting these to teaching staff, will also form a key part of your role. Additionally, you will deliver targeted clubs during break, lunchtime, or after school as part of the Achievement Support programme. This role involves working closely with an experienced Inclusion Team, including the SENDCo and SEN Leadership Team, while also providing guidance and support to Level 1 and Level 2 Teaching Assistants. For this position, you will either need prior experience working as a Level 3 Teaching Assistant or substantial experience as a Level 2 Teaching Assistant, with the confidence and readiness to take the next step. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is proactive, resilient, and passionate about supporting students with additional needs. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Working Hours & Salary Grade 7: £28,598 to £32,061 FTE, pay award pending 8.15am - 3.30pm (with a 45-minute unpaid lunch break) 32.5 hours/week, term time plus 5 days Actual salary : £21,510 - £24,114, pay award pending How to Apply If having read the advertisement, job description and person specification, you are motivated to apply for this position please submit your application through MyNewTerm. Please complete all sections of the application form. Please note that CV’s will not be accepted. Your personal statement should outline your previous experience and how this makes you a suitable candidate for the position for which you are applying. If you have any questions, please contact the HR Team in the first instance via jobs@hamptonacademiestrust.org.uk We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be appointed. Hampton Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).