Walton Hall Academy are currently recruiting for enthusiastic and skilled Teaching Assistants to join their team in September!
This is an exciting opportunity to join and become a part of our outstanding school. As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the teacher in the classroom to help deliver high-quality learning to our pupils.
Walton Hall is situated in a rural setting just outside Eccleshall in Staffordshire. It is a unique academy with extensive grounds and outstanding vocational resources that make the “Walton Hall Experience” of education very special. We have a dynamic community of 191 learners, with a dedicated, creative, and forward-looking staff team and Academy Council. Walton Hall caters for students with a wide range of additional learning needs. Our curriculum focuses on developing the whole person and preparing them for adult life. We aim to develop confidence, competence, and independence, valuing good communication, respect for all, and providing opportunities for positive contributions to the local community. We have high aspirations for all our young people and aim for them to reach their full potential.
Shaw Education Trust is a thriving group of diverse and growing schools including primary, secondary, and special schools, all working together to improve the lives of young people in our communities. Sponsored by Shaw Trust, a charity organization focused on transforming lives, we provide education to children of all ages and abilities. Our staff are dedicated to ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed, regardless of their starting point in life.
Our Special Settings cater for children and young people with a wide range of special educational needs, from profound medical needs and life-limiting conditions to social, emotional, and mental health needs requiring support and understanding. All pupils in our special schools have individualized education plans and are educated in small classes with enhanced support to meet their needs. Working as part of a team supporting children and young people with special educational needs is highly rewarding, as you will make a real difference in their lives and their families’ lives.
Our schools span from Birmingham to Bury, supporting students from all backgrounds and socioeconomic statuses, ensuring access to high-quality education for all children, treated equally.
Shaw Education Trust offers the following employee benefits for teaching and support staff:
* Support staff working full-time, all year, enjoy a generous holiday entitlement starting from 37 days, rising to 39 days after 5 years’ service, including Bank Holidays.
* Electric Car Scheme: environmentally friendly vehicles.
* Access to Medicash Health & Wellbeing Plan to support your health needs.
* Discount schemes for teachers and support staff, with exclusive offers from major brands.
* Free eye tests.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Opportunities for professional growth through our Institute of Education and other programs.
We are committed to making the employment experience rewarding and supporting our staff’s professional development, including courses and qualifications such as NPQH, NPQSL, NPQEYL, NPQLL, NPQLT, NPQLTD, NPQLBC, and NPQEL.
Working hours: 32.50 hours per week, term time only (38 weeks + 5 inset days).
Walton Hall Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. The position is subject to vetting procedures, including online checks and a criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date as applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, and interviews will be arranged as suitable candidates are identified. Early applications are encouraged.
We are an Equal Opportunities employer, ensuring fair recruitment practices. CVs alone will not be accepted, and successful candidates will undergo a fully enhanced DBS check along with other employment checks.
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