Teaching Assistant

Temporary School Teaching Assistant Outwood Academy Freeston Hours : 30 Hours per week, plus an additional 5 plus days Grade 3, NJC 5 – NJC 6 Actual Salary : £17,801 - £18,084 (Pro rata of full-time salary £25,583-£25,989) Applications for job share will be considered This is a Fixed-Term Contract for a period of 6-9 months , offered to cover a staff secondment. The contract will conclude upon the return of the permanent staff member, with appropriate notice provided. At Outwood Grange Academies Trust we are a family of schools that strive to raise standards and transform lives. Outwood Academy Freeston is excited to offer this opportunity to work as a Teaching Assistant. The successful applicant will provide classroom support to our amazing children, timetabled by our inclusion department. You will be empowered with the knowledge to support the learning of our well-rounded children. We are confident that you will find this a rewarding role where you will work to support the learning of individuals who may or may not present with SEND (Including those with an Education Health Care Plan). You will build on this support and work closely with small groups of children or individuals under the direction of teaching staff. We trust that you feel passionately about supporting children irrespective of their needs or background and as such demonstrate skills that enable our children to be independent learners and overcome their barriers to learning. It’s therefore imperative that you possess a high-level of emotional maturity and resilience and can adapt to changing priorities. The post holder will work closely with all other members of the Inclusion team to promote high standards of inclusion and learning opportunities. As an experienced Teaching Assistant, you will be extremely well organised, IT literate and have excellent communication skills both written and verbal. It would be advantageous to be qualified to NVQ3 or equivalent and have experience of supporting students with specific needs. When completing your application, please give due regard to the attached Job Description and Person Specification. Please note that all of the essential criteria listed on the Person Specification will be used to shortlist candidates for interview. If you do not demonstrate and or / evidence that you meet all of the essential criteria, you will not be selected for interview. Outwood Academy Freeston places students at the centre of everything it does, with a focus on creating a culture of success, a positive climate for learning, and increased student attainment, achievement and social and emotional development. If you are considering this role, the chances are that you already have a passion for supporting children during their time in school and we would welcome the opportunity for an informal conversation, or for you to come and see our warm, inclusive setting. Closing date for applications Monday 8th December 2025 Chief Executive Officer Lee Wilson Principal Lisa Allott As an 11-16 academy and a proud member of the Outwood Family since 2018, we are committed to providing the very best education for every single child. Students are truly at the centre of all we do, and we strive to create a vibrant culture of success and a positive learning climate. Our goal is to promote the highest standards of academic achievement through inspiring teaching and a knowledge-rich curriculum. We want to equip young people with the knowledge, skills, values, and confidence they need to thrive in life. We firmly believe that learning should be both enjoyable and enriching, and we're always innovating to personalise the learning experience for every student. We're honoured to have received several accolades, including being recognised as an IQM Centre of Excellence and Flagship Status, which underscores our unwavering commitment to inclusion. We’re also proud recipients of many awards, including the Silver Status by the Carnegie Centre of Excellence for Mental Health Award, the Leading Parent Partnership Award and Careers Mark. Our latest OFSTED judgement was in May of this year and I am very proud to announce that this is the very first time ever in the academy’s history, irrespective of its name or which Trust it has been part of, that it has been judged ‘GOOD’ in all four areas. Our community finally has a ‘Good’ school, something it very much deserves. Your dedication will be instrumental in continuing our journey to be the very best we can be. We're excited to have you contribute to our shared vision Our teams are the beating heart of our organisation.Not only do you get a competitive salary but also access to our reward and recognition centre, Outwood Plus. Developed in conjunction with our colleagues, Outwood Plus is packed full of discounts, designed to save you money on everyday purchases, and has a range of resources dedicated to improving the physical, mental and financial well-being for everyone in the family. No matter what role you play in improving the lives of our students, you get full access to this from day one of your employment. Great discounts and cashback from hundreds of retailers. Excellent pension scheme to secure your future retirement. 24 / 7 GP access to get you the help & support you need faster. Practical and emotional support for personal, legal and financial issues. Paid leave for those important moments in life that really matter. Access to workouts, recipes, money tools and much more Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children. If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role please contact #J-18808-Ljbffr