Are you passionate about shaping futures and making a difference in young people aged 11 – 18?

At St Bede's Catholic Voluntary Academy, we have an exciting opportunity for a permanent, full-time Lead Teaching Assistant, on a term-time only basis, working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

In this role, you will be dynamic, caring and skilled with the ability to work flexibly across all age groups to support the needs of our students and enhance the work of our SENCO. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the best possible outcomes for our student with additional needs in the line managing of colleagues and the provisions for identified students. 

You will also provide all those involved in Special Needs and Learning Support the support, challenge, information and development necessary to sustain motivation and secure improvement in learning. 

Working with children who have varying needs from SEN to behavioural and emotional needs, you will encourage the acceptance and inclusion of all children. 

There will be opportunities to develop your career within the school which allows you to make a valued contribution to our children's learning. 

About us

Select... is a secondary school and is located in Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire. We are an Ofsted-rated Good school. We are a great, vibrant, and inclusive place to work because "our dedicated team of teachers and staff are passionate about creating engaging and inspiring learning experiences that empower students to reach their full potential."

We are part of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Multi-Academy Trust, bringing together the 36 Catholic Primary and Secondary schools in Lincolnshire, Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire.

You will:

• Work 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
• Be caring and supportive, and committed to achieving excellent results.
• Support the Teachers to enthuse our students, inspiring their learning and progress.
• Assist with the planning, differentiation and preparation of intervention strategies.
• Promote the well-being of our student’s providing guidance and support
• Establish supportive relationships with pupils, allowing them to feel valued and listened to and encouraging questions and ideas.
• Provide support for leaning activities and monitor their effectiveness.
• You will have a talent for engaging children

What’s in it for you?

• An actual salary of £26,795 to £29,595 per annum (Band 5, Scale Point 19-24)
• Wonderful students who have a passion for learning and deserve the very best.
• A team of talented and highly committed staff in a supportive working environment.
• Terms and Conditions - we have committed to following nationally agreed terms and conditions for pay for both teachers and support staff.
• Fantastic benefits:
  • Generous Pension Scheme with employer contributions over 20%.
  • Access to top-tier CPD opportunities tailored to your development.
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing emotional, financial, and legal support for you and your family.
  • Exclusive perks: From staff discounts to a Cycle-to-Work scheme, we’ve got you covered!
  • A welcoming community: Work with enthusiastic students, supportive colleagues, and a leadership team that values your expertise.
  • Term time only working.

Closing Date: Thursday 23 January 2025 at 9.00am

Interview Date: To be confirmed in January 2025

Visits are warmly welcomed and we encourage you to talk to us to learn more about the role.  Please contact the school on (01724) 245151 to arrange a visit or to discuss the role further.

You do not need to be a Catholic to work for out Trust and we warmly welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities, and beliefs. This includes those of all faiths, the Catholic faith and those without a faith who are supportive of the Trust’s Catholic character and Christian ethos. This diversity is fundamental to our values and enriches the lives of the students within our schools.  Our Trust strives to be a supportive, inclusive, caring, and positive community where every staff member has a sense of belonging.   We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from people with a disability or long-term health condition.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks including online searches are required for successful applicants in line with Safer Recruitment Practices.