Job Description
Teaching Assistant
The Wellington Academy
Salary: NJC Grade D4 £25,185 FTE D6 £25,989 FTE
Actual Salary: £13,173 -£13,593 Depending on experience
Contract: Permanent
Hours per week: 22.5 hours
Closing date: Midnight 5th July 2026
Interview Date: Week commencing 6th July 2026
Anticipated Start Date: 1st September 2026
Job Overview
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational Teaching Assistant to join our effective and committed and supportive schools on a permanent contract.
Full details can be found in the recruitment pack.
Why choose us?
The Wellington Academy, part of Ascend Learning Trust, is an ambitious 11–18 school offering a broad and aspirational curriculum. We aim to develop inquisitive, independent young people with the skills, knowledge and character to succeed in education, employment and life beyond school.
At Ascend Learning Trust, our motto — Together we Belong, Believe, Become.— guides everything we do. We create a genuine sense of belonging and deliver a holistic, world-class education that opens doors for every young person, no matter their starting point. Our shared values of Compassion, Aspiration, Respect, Dedication and Integrity shape our culture and inspire us to provide unmissable education and limitless horizons.
When you join us, you become part of a supportive, ambitious community that invests in its people and develops high-calibre professionals. We foster kindness, inclusivity and high expectations, and we welcome colleagues who want to make a meaningful difference every day.
What We Offer
Health & Wellbeing
Financial
Career Progression
*Please note some allowances are only applicable on completion of a successful probation.
Please note if we receive sufficient applications, we may close this job role earlier.
Safeguarding Statement
Ascend Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Please note that this role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, which means that you are required to disclose any criminal convictions, cautions, warnings, or reprimands, even if they would normally be considered "spent” and a DBS check will be carried out before any employment commences.
In line with KCSIE 2025 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of our safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates’ suitability to work with children. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and will be asked to clarify their online presence.
References will be obtained before interview at shortlisting stage and may be used in the interview process. If previous employment has included working with children, then at least one referee must be from this employment regardless of whether this is the current or most recent employment Any gaps in employment must be detailed and an explanation provided in the relevant section.