Academic Support Specialist

As an Academic Support Specialist at KMT Teacher Training, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the educational development of our students. We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated individual to join our team as a Teaching Assistant.

The successful candidate will have relevant experience and/or qualifications in working with primary-aged children, a high standard of English and Mathematics, and excellent communication skills. You will work closely with our experienced teachers to support the learning and well-being of our students.

We offer a competitive salary of £17,631 per annum (£24,404 full-time equivalent) for 31.25 hours per week, Term Time + 1 week inset. Our academy is part of Leigh Academies Trust, a group of 33 academies educating over 24,000 students and employing 4,000 staff.

We value diversity and treat all our people equally, without compromise. We are passionate about creating a community underpinned by international mindfulness, traditional values, and social justice, where all members are equally valued.

Benefits of working with us include:

• Actual salary: £17,631 per annum (£24,404 full-time equivalent)
• Holidays: Term Time + 1 week inset
• Contract type: Fixed-term until July 2025

We are committed to staff continuing professional development, with bespoke training and support every Wednesday. If you are a motivated and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about education, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.