Train to Teach Teaching Assistant

Salary: L2 SCP 4 – SCP 5

£21,119– £21,929 actual salary

Term-Time Only + 5 days

Starting date: ASAP

Lealands High School would like to recruit a Train to Teach Teaching Assistant to support class teachers in all aspects of teaching and learning.  The successful candidate will enhance opportunities for students and will bring to the role knowledge and practical experience gained through working with young people.  The ability to support the learning of individuals and small groups is essential as are excellent communication skills.  This is a contract supporting the special educational needs of student with Educational and Health Care (EHC) Plans.  Staff employed to this post would be expected to work towards becoming a trained teacher within a maximum of five years from initial appointment. The successful candidate must hold a degree to be eligible for the post.

Lealands provides a dynamic, friendly and vibrant environment where support, training and development for all staff is a priority.  Our students and staff experience a supportive and caring atmosphere along with high standards and expectations for success. 

A wide range of career development opportunities and training are also available to the successful candidate.

Interested applicants should visit the school website www.lealands.luton.sch.uk or email – recruitment@lealands.luton.sch.uk for further details. All applications are made online via MyNewTerm link.

Visits from prospective applicants are welcome and can be arranged by contacting Mr Kamran Kazmi on 01582 611600 or email recruitment@lealands.luton.sch.uk

Applicants for this public-facing post will need to demonstrate the ability to converse and provide effective help or advice fluently in spoken English.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure Barring Service.

CVs will not be accepted for any posts based in schools