Competitive salary with progression opportunities + Local Government Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additional LAT benefits .
Are you eager to help students reach their full potential? Do you have the dedication to provide flexible support that helps them thrive in their learning journey? Are you looking to join a highly supportive and welcoming environment?
We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and welcoming team at Leigh Academy Hundred of Hoo. This is an exciting opportunity to work within our secondary phase, supporting students with diverse learning needs and helping them to reach their full potential in a nurturing, inclusive environment.
In this role, you will provide personalised support to students with a range of Special Educational Needs, tailoring your approach to suit their individual learning styles. You will have the chance to make a significant impact on their academic progress and personal development, while working within a supportive team that is committed to fostering a positive learning experience for all.
Whether you have experience working with SEN pupils or are keen to develop your skills in this area, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a real impact. We are looking for someone who can create meaningful relationships with students, adapt their teaching strategies to meet diverse needs, and ensure that each child receives the focused support they deserve.
Why join us?
* Dedicated Secondary Focus: Work primarily within our secondary phase, focusing on the specific needs of older students.
* Regular, High-Quality CPD: We are committed to your development with a wide range of CPD opportunities to help you grow and enhance your practice.
* Opportunities to Develop a Range of Skills: From supporting pupils with their learning to getting involved in extracurricular activities, this role offers diverse responsibilities to help you build a varied and rewarding career in education.
* A Friendly, Collaborative Staff Team: Join a passionate and supportive team who value teamwork and mutual growth. Together, we create a positive and nurturing environment for both pupils and staff.
If you’re looking to make a real difference in the lives of our students, providing the personalised support they need to thrive, we’d love to hear from you!
This is a permanent position that offers an actual salary of £18,923 per annum (£25,185 full-time equivalent), working 32.5 hours per week, term time + 1 week of inset.
Working with us at Leigh Academy Hundred of Hoo (Secondary Phase)
Leigh Academy Hundred of Hoo (Secondary Phase) is a place where 21st-century innovation and creativity combine with good manners to empower globally-minded citizens. We passionately believe all students deserve a world-class education, striving to ensure they become well-rounded, lifelong learners ready for their futures.
As a Middle Years Programme (MYP) candidate school for the International Baccalaureate, we approach learning in a spirit that values academic success while also fostering problem-solving, creativity, integrity, and active community participation. We are a well-disciplined academy with high expectations, where pupils thrive in a culture of mutual respect and good behaviour. We are proud to be acknowledged with a National Area of Excellence for Behaviour & Inclusion, celebrating the transformative power of education and the consistently improving academic progress of our pupils.
We pride ourselves on our cutting-edge digital offer, with all pupils having access to their own Chromebook. This enables them to take ownership of their learning and challenges them in the digital age, while also providing our staff with a wealth of digital training and certification opportunities. We look forward to welcoming you to our academy family.
To find out more about our academy, please click here.
Applying for this Opportunity
Thank you for your interest in joining us. If you’d like to find out more about this role or arrange a visit to the academy, please don’t hesitate to contact Amy Wenban (Recruitment Advisor): amy.wenban@latrust.org.uk / 01634 412 205.
To support your application, we recommend viewing the Job Pack by clicking here, which outlines the full role responsibilities and person specification. This will guide you in preparing a strong application and understanding what we’re looking for.
Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to interview before the closing date. All applications must be submitted through our online application form prior to the deadline.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity
Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about it on our Careers site. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices and not discriminating on any grounds.