Portland Spencer Academy · Nottingham, East Midlands
About this Role Portland Spencer Academy is an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ school situated in Bilborough, Nottingham and we are seeking a skilled and committed Teaching Assistant to work alongside class teachers and colleagues in leading our specialist SEND provision for pupils with communication and interaction needs. This role involves supporting the day-to-day running of the unit, helping to create a structured, nurturing, and engaging environment where pupils can thrive. While the provision is planned by teachers, it is most effective when Teaching Assistants actively contribute ideas, adapt approaches, and respond to individual needs. The successful candidate will have experience of working with SEND pupils, particularly those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and communication and interaction difficulties, and will demonstrate initiative, teamwork, and a genuine passion for supporting children to achieve their full potential. We are incredibly proud of our aspirational school that believes every child can succeed and ASPIRE in all that they do. If you are looking to work in a school with children who want to achieve greatness, work alongside a team that succeeds together and engage in high quality CPD that shows possibilities are endless… Portland is the place for you. Click here to read our termly newsletters to get a real sense of life in our wonderful school. Read more about our Outstanding Ofsted report here We are looking for someone who: has relevant qualifications and training i.e. NVQ/CACHE in working with children can offer outstanding support for teaching has a commitment to making a difference to children’s lives has drive, enthusiasm and flexibility has excellent literacy, numeracy and ICT skills has an ability to foster strong relationships with pupils, parents/carers and other professionals At Portland Spencer Academy we ASPIRE in all that we do, ensuring the very best for every child. Our children expect you to: Always smile and listen to our ideas Succeed in teaching and see potential in us Praise us when we make good choices Inspire us and include everyone Respect us and other members of staff Everyone should have fun Early application is strongly encouraged as we reserve the right to interview and close the advert ahead of the closing date. Spencer Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our children and young people. Therefore, we expect everyone to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre- employment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced criminal records with Barred List Check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and the completion of Level 2 Safeguarding training. It is an offence to apply for the role if an applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children (where the role involves this type of regulated activity). The Trust and its member academies are committed to promoting e