Teaching Assistant

Job Title Teaching Assistant (Permanent/Temporary) Location Outwood Academy Carlton, Carlton, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom Contract 32 hours per week – Term Time plus 2 Inset Days (Part‑time) Salary £18,733.32 – £19,409.95 (Actual Salary); Full‑Time Equivalent £25,583 – £25,989 Message From the Principal As Principal, I am thrilled at the prospect of introducing you to Outwood Academy Carlton, a proud member of the Outwood Grange Academies Trust, serving the community of Royston, Carlton and its surrounding areas. Our core purpose is to continually and repeatedly grow well‑informed, ‘good’ human beings who are armed with character, skill, emotional intelligence and qualifications to be personally, occupationally and/or professionally successful. This aligns seamlessly with the Trust’s vision of ‘students first, raising standards and transforming lives’. We are proud that our students possess a strong moral code, behave well inside and outside lessons, actively contribute to the wider community and understand the importance of British values. I am passionate about our five pillars of learning, the personal development curriculum and positive discipline. We provide a holistic education that encourages all pupils to be safe, responsible, respectful and extraordinary in the 21st century. The unwavering dedication of our staff, who know the needs of students and respond accordingly, is pivotal in delivering this education. We are seeking prospective colleagues who share our passion for developing well‑rounded individuals and align with our core purpose. I look forward to welcoming you into our academy. Role Summary The role of Teaching Assistant across our Academy is to promote the learning and welfare of students by providing practical and learning support, including to those with statements of special educational needs, under the direction of the class teacher. Key Responsibilities Assist pupils in the classroom, engaging them in planned lessons and independent work. Support individual or small group teaching sessions and review of progress. Help maintain a positive learning environment in line with the Trust’s personal development and behavioural curriculum. Contribute to the pastoral and safeguarding of each learner, carrying out enhanced DBS checks and meeting statutory duties. Collaborate with teaching staff to support pupils with special educational needs. Qualifications and Experience High aspirations for students, passion for learning and determination to make a significant difference. Relevant experience with diverse or special needs learners is desirable. Good understanding of British values, equality, diversity and inclusion. Strong interpersonal and team‑working skills. Demonstrated commitment to safeguarding and child protection procedures. Additional Information Outwood Academy Carlton is an Ofsted Good‑rated 11‑16 academy based in the friendly, attractive village of Carlton in Barnsley, South Yorkshire. The Academy became part of the Outwood Family of Schools in 2016. In October 2024 Ofsted noted that “students are taught to be ‘good human beings’ as part of the ethos at Outwood Academy Carlton” and that they “have a strong moral code and behave well in and outside of lessons”. The Academy has won numerous awards recognising inclusion, anti‑bullying and mental health support. We promote a culture of high expectation, respect, recognition and mutual support. Staff receive CPD and development opportunities and various routes for career progression within the Trust. Application Information Please ensure within your application that your employment and education history are listed in chronological order with any gaps explained. We reserve the right to close advertisements early. Advertisements will therefore close at 12 midnight, either on the advertised closing date, or the day the decision has been taken to close the advertisement early. To view the full Job Description please click: hereTo view the full Person Specification please click: here Closing Date Thursday 18 December 2025, 9am (applications accepted until midnight) Contact For questions or to discuss the role, please contact Amanda Bate, Lead SENDCO directly by email – a.bate@carlton.outwood.com Legal & EEO 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 statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children. #J-18808-Ljbffr