About Us                                             

COLAT is driven by an unwavering ambition to be the best. We believe exceptional people create outstanding schools, transforming lives and shaping the future of every student. We have academies located in north, south and east London combining the heritage and tradition of the Corporation of London with a genuinely innovative, enterprising, and entrepreneurial ethos. We are also committed to providing training and development to all our staff, plus excellent career advancement opportunities within our evolving Trust.

 We:

•  believe strongly in the transformational nature of education operating schools in areas of significant disadvantage.
• understand that strong outcomes lead to improved life chances for our students, so we are unapologetically results driven.
• adopt a ‘warm/strict’ approach, combining high expectations with care and support meaning that we never compromise on standards or expectations
• ensure that no student’s background becomes a reason for low expectations.
• provide an environment where students can learn without disruption
• maintain exemplary standards of behaviour, with systems, rituals and norms that instil strong habits
• take great pride in fostering an exceptionally positive learning environment and we work meticulously to maintain our strong ethos and culture

You will be:

• fully aligned with our approach, understanding the critical role that all staff play in supporting a behavioural and learning culture.
• highly effective and will strive to surpass what has been achieved.
• committed to creating an environment that promotes academic, creative, sporting, linguistic and personal achievement.

This is an exciting time to be part of the City of London Academies Trust, and we very much hope that you will be inspired to want to join us. We are committed to investing in the next generation of COLAT people who will embody the Trust’s culture, values and ethos.

About the role

The City Academy Hackney is based in the heart of an evolving community in east London and we value the diversity of our workforce. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team. We recognise that staff are our most valuable resource and vital to our success, therefore we put lots of time and energy into developing a culture that creates exceptional results. You will work alongside skilled professionals and we support you with our high quality training and opportunities for career progression, including support to embark on a pathway to teaching, if this is your goal. Our other benefits include:

• Access to local government pension scheme
• Free use of school gym facilities
• Employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme.

We are seeking to appoint a part- time Teaching Assistant for a January 2026 start. The hours and term-time only work mode will suit candidates wanting to combine employment with family, caring or other responsibilities. 

Supporting our Faculty of Learning, the post holder will be part of a large and successful SEND Department, based in a secondary school. The role will involve:

·         Assisting students to learn as effectively as possible in class, group and individual situations.

·         Encouraging the integration of students into classes.

• Sharing information on the educational needs of students
• Promoting students’ confidence and building motivation.
• Helping in the development and review of student learning plans and reporting on students’ progress.
• Carrying out break and lunchtime duties as needed.

 About you

To apply, you will have a broad range of academic skills that will mean you can flexibly support  our key subjects, Science or Maths or English, and be passionate about improving student outcomes. You must have experience of using collaborative teaching methods and assessing and monitoring students’ progress. You will have an understanding of educational needs and appropriate strategies to support them.  Excellent organisational, prioritising and team work skills are essential for working in a busy classroom environment. 

Of prime importance are professional communication skills and the ability to maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children and young people. You will be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students.

How to apply

If you match our ambition and want to join our dedicated team of professionals, we would love to hear from you. Candidates must address the person specification in no more than 1,000 words. Applications must be submitted via the My New Term portal.

Closing date: Friday 12 December 2025, midnight

City of London Academies Trust supports Equal Opportunities Employment

City of London Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, including enhanced DBS checks and a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the standards which flows from City of London Academies Trust vision and values.  

The role is covered by part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

City of London Academies Trust Company Registration No. 04504128

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If you match our ambition and want to join our dedicated team of professionals, we would love to hear from you. Candidates must address the person specification in no more than 1,000 words. Applications must be submitted via the My New Term portal