Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more

Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people. 

At Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy, we are looking to appoint a highly motivated and experienced Teaching Assistant to work with pupils who have special educational needs. In this role you will support their cognition and learning, social, emotional and mental health needs, communication and interaction challenges or physical and sensory needs and lower literacy ability.

We have a range of pupils that require additional support and interventions for them to achieve both emotionally and academically. You will be required to liaise with Support Centre Manager, SENCO, Pastoral and Teaching Staff, attend meetings and work with specialist outside agencies to support the pupils successfully.

We welcome applicants with qualifications relating to Behaviour Support, Emotional Literacy or with experience of working with pupils who have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in influencing positive learning and life outcomes for our students.

About the Academy

OIEA is an inclusive Academy, and our success to date is due to the fact we live and breathe our CARE values of Courage, Ambition, Respect and Excellence. These values help to determine our strong culture and create a climate in which every member of the school community can develop and improve. We are relentlessly positive and passionately care about the community that we serve.

Why Work for Ormiston?

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset.  

We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning.

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys… 

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive 

• Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve 

• Being part of a team and community where you belong – being part of a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities 

• A supportive environment to grow your career – an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits 

As a staff member at an Ormiston Academies Trust (OAT) academy, you can expect a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional development, personal well-being, and work-life balance. While specific benefits may vary slightly between individual academies, the core offerings across the Trust include: 

• A collaborative space where people feel respected, empowered, and truly valued 

• A nationwide school network offering shared resources and opportunities.  

• Flexible working arrangements 

• Automatic pay progression   

• Generous pension and life cover 

• Discounts on retail, travel and leisure through our benefits platform 

• Access to discounts including the Blue Light Card  

• Cycle to work scheme  

• Access to health and well-being programmes, including counselling service. 

If you are passionate about your work, enjoys working with young people and is determined to make a real difference to the children, then this could be the role for you.   

 To apply for the role please apply form via the link above. Please note that CVs are not accepted.

 For an informal chat or to arrange a visit please email k.meakin@oiea.co.uk who will facilitate. 

 Closing date for applications:  9am on Friday 3rd July 2026

Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity.  Flexible working opportunities will be considered. 

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974

All of our academy policies can be found here: policies