Summit Learning Trust Mission Statement Success through Endeavour Ambition through Challenge Strength through Diversity About this Role This is a fixed-term role due to maternity cover and is up until January 2027 or upon the return of the post-holder. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team at Cockshut Hill Secondary school. You will work alongside teachers to support high-quality teaching and learning, helping learners to reach their full potential both academically and personally. Key Responsibilities Support pupils’ learning in lessons, small groups, and one-to-one settings. Assist teachers with planning, preparing, and delivering learning activities. Adapt resources and approaches to meet the needs of all learners, including those with SEND. Monitor and record pupils’ progress, providing feedback to teaching staff. Help maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment. Supervise learners during non-teaching times, including break and lunch where required. About our school Cockshut Hill School (rated Good with Outstanding features in our recent Ofsted inspection) is part of the Summit Learning Trust comprising Cockshut Hill, Lyndon School, Ninestiles, an Academy, four primary schools and the Solihull Sixth Form College. Our trust’s Professional Learning Institute offers all of our staff opportunities to collaborate with great educators from across our sector. Our school provides a friendly and supportive working environment, valuing each and every individual. We are committed to providing our students with the best education they need to become confident, articulate and successful adults in the future. We have a very reflective teaching staff body who welcome feedback from parents, carers and students to secure the needs of all learners. We are one of the few schools in Birmingham to receive The Rights Respecting Schools, UNICEF UK Gold Award, for successfully embedding children’s rights throughout the school in our practices and ethos. There is a strong culture of safeguarding and staff work positively with the leadership team to ensure students are kept safe. This is an exciting time for our school as we strive to improve and are proud of our commitment to teaching and learning - our school motto is ‘Nothing But the Best’. About You We are looking for someone who: Holds a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent). Has recent experience working with children or young people in an educational setting. Can adapt teaching approaches to suit different learning needs. Is a proactive and supportive team player. Has excellent communication and organisational skills. Why Join Summit Learning Trust A welcoming, supportive, and inclusive working environment. Commitment to your professional development with high quality CPD opportunities and career progression. Access to staff wellbeing initiatives and a wide range of employee benefits. The chance to make a meaning impact on the lives of young people. Visits to the Academy are encouraged. Please contact Claire Pilkington at claire.pilkington@cockshuthill.org.uk to arrange this. We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and communities. Summit Learning Trust is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to thrive. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all colleagues to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, including a Children’s Barred List check., and online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates. Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available to view here. If you require the application form in a different format, please contact hr.enquiries@summitlearningtrust.org.uk .