At Thomas Clarkson Academy, our students come from all walks of life, and we are committed to building a staff team that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from both primary and secondary backgrounds, especially those with experience in phonics programmes or ELSA support.

As a Teaching Assistant here, you’ll play a rewarding and influential role in shaping young people’s futures—supporting teachers in the classroom, building strong relationships with students, and helping them overcome barriers to learning.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone proactive, compassionate, and eager to make a difference, particularly if you are aspiring to develop your career and take future steps into teaching.

Job Title: Teaching Assistant (level 2) 

Location: Thomas Clarkson Academy

Salary: Grade 2, points 4-6 starting salary is point 4 £24,974.00 FTE, Actual salary £21,453.63

Hours per week / Weeks per year: 37 hours per week (8am-4pm),  39 weeks (term time + 5 training days)

About Thomas Clarkson Academy

At Thomas Clarkson Academy, we are transforming lives and shaping futures. Serving 1,300 students across our vibrant, inclusive 11-18 campus, we are proud to be at the heart of our community. Our motto, Transform, Challenge, Aspire, reflects our commitment to providing every student with the tools they need to achieve their dreams—whether that’s university or a career of their choice. We believe in their potential and work tirelessly to help them realise it.

Graded as Good by Ofsted, the newly released Ofsted report (Jan 2025), praises the academy’s inclusive and supportive atmosphere, stating that “pupils are proud of their school. They value the warm, inclusive environment.” Staff are proud to work at the school. Staff know when they discuss important issues, such as workload with leaders, the school will respond to their concerns.

Our students know that leaders and staff want them to achieve the highest levels of success, and our inclusive curriculum has been designed to help every individual succeed. Our thriving Sixth Form has been identified as a strength, giving students the confidence and support they need to excel.

We are thrilled to have The Wisbech Academy on the Wisbech campus. This development continues to offer unique opportunities for staff to work collaboratively across two schools, broadening professional experiences and creating an inspiring educational hub for our community.

We celebrate diversity and pride ourselves on being a school that reflects the communities we serve. Thomas Clarkson Academy is part of the Brooke Weston Trust, an organisation that champions inclusivity and equal opportunities. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can bring their authentic selves and thrive.

Our staff and students are united by ambition, positivity, and pride in our school. We’re on an inspiring journey of growth and success, and we’d love for you to be part of it. Jump aboard and let’s achieve greatness together!

We actively welcome visits to the academy; please contact us if you would like to do this. Click here to find out more about the Wisbech Campus.

The Benefits at Brooke Weston Trust we can offer you:

We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:

• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 25 days annual leave per year, plus bank holidays. An additional 3 days after 5 years’ service and the ability to purchase up to 10 days additional leave per year.
• One wellbeing day a year, in addition to your annual leave.
• Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.
• Employee discounts with local and national retailers, covering high street supermarkets, days out and holidays, health and beauty, dining out plus lots more.
• A freshly prepared breakfast and hot or cold lunch each day when you work in one of our Trust schools.
• Payment of professional subscription / membership - If your role requires you to be a member of a professional body, BWT will pay for your professional subscription or membership fees.
• Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Your Care, an independent, external organisation. Your Care is available for you, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, both face to face and online.
• Additional health benefits including a Health Care cash plan and access to an online GP.
• Car Lease scheme via Tusker.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Ongoing opportunities for training and development and access to the BWT Centre for Professional Development.
• Collaborative and Ambitious colleagues with the support of a committed team who work to maintain high standards and expectations.
• Be the difference – At Brooke Weston Trust we believe every child deserves the best possible start, giving them a "ticket for life." If you want to use your skills with an organisation committed to making a difference and improving lives, this is the place for you.

 About Brooke Weston Trust

Our Trust was formed more than 30 years ago with a simple and clear mission – to transform educational performance in all of our communities. Working in some of the most challenging contexts, we improve our students’ achievements by making long term commitments to the community and championing new approaches to improve the life chances for young people.

Our members of staff are essential to realising this vision, and a happy, motivated and supported team will deliver the best possible experiences for our young people.

We place great emphasis on creating a supportive and collaborative working environment in all our schools, where all staff can share best practice through our colleague networks. Brooke Weston Trust staff have access to first class professional development through our Centre for Professional Development, which is also home to the Northamptonshire Teaching School Hub.

Our students come from all walks of life, and we want our staffing body to be reflective of the communities we work within. Brooke Weston Trust does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, nationality, culture, age, disability, marital status or socio-economic backgrounds. We encourage and welcome applications from minority groups and foster a work environment that’s inclusive as well as diverse, where people can be themselves.

How to Apply

If you think you can contribute in this role and to our organisation we welcome your application!

Further details about the Academy, the above position and details of how to apply can be found on our website www.thomasclarksonacademy.org   or by telephoning 01945 585237.  

Safer Recruitment

Care and respect for others are the values that lie at the heart of our Trust. The Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. It expects all staff to share this commitment. All posts require proof of identity and as the role is working with children and young people this will also be subject to an enhanced disclosure barring service check. In line with safer recruitment requirements, individuals shortlisted for a role in school will have online checks conducted on their name across social media platforms and google.

A copy of the Trust Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found here - Safeguarding and Child Protection

The Trusts position on the recruitment of Ex-Offenders can be found under section 7 of the Trust SCR, Safer Recruitment and Staff Files Policy - Safer Recruitment and Staff Files Policy

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.