Teaching Assistant

About the role Barclay Academy is a thriving and ambitious school where students are encouraged to work hard, aim high and be respectful. We are a welcoming and inclusive community with the highest expectations of our students, supported by strong pastoral care, expert teaching and a calm, purposeful environment. Our staff are collaborative, reflective and determined to make a meaningful difference to the lives of our young people. We are seeking to recruit a part-time/full-time (25/37 hrs/wk) Teaching Assistant with a passion for working in education and working with young people. Experience of primary and phonics would be welcome. For the right candidate, we would be happy to work within school hours. The Academy has implemented a new knowledge-based curriculum. The aim of the curriculum is to develop culturally literate young adults who have the knowledge and skills to be successful in any walk of life. Teaching Assistants are managed by the Inclusion Department, but exist very much within subject departments, using their own knowledge and experiences to support students in one or two particular subject areas. In line with up-to-date research, we use effective models of supporting in-class that allow students to be as independent as possible, while receiving the scaffolding they need to ensure they can achieve. Teaching Assistants communicate closely with the subject teacher so that they gain experience in co-planning and co-delivering parts of lessons, and they are there to support the whole class, not just one individual. Teaching Assistants are expected to know the curriculum of the subject(s) in which they support, as well as to know the particular Special Educational Needs of students in their classes. All new Teaching Assistants have regular access to in-school training opportunities, to develop their understanding of a wide range of Special Educational Needs as well as to further their wider professional development. STAFF BENEFITS:              Future Academies recognises its employees as the most important asset and critical to its success. To demonstrate this all staff are offered the following benefits: ·        A supportive ethos and concern for the well-being of all colleagues ·        Excellent CPD opportunities and career progression ·        Employer Contributions to Local Government or Teachers Pension Scheme ·        Mintago – employee benefits platform ·        Employee Assistance Programme. ·        Access to a Virtual GP ·        Eye Care Voucher scheme ·        Salary sacrifice childcare Barclay Aca