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.  

We are looking for candidates with experience of supporting students in a classroom environment to join our brilliant team of Teaching Assistants. 

As part of the team, you would be supporting groups or individual students in enabling them to overcome barriers to learning so that each student can thrive.

This role is based on working 30 hours per week for 39 weeks per year (school term time plus 1 week).

We are looking for someone who models expectations and promotes positive behaviour. You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the drive and determination to support students to be the best that they can be. You need to be flexible, adaptable and a team player to succeed in this role.

About the Academy

At Ormiston Sudbury Academy, we are passionate about the education, care and development of young people.   First and foremost, we support and challenge our students to find and fulfil their academic potential. We want every student to leave with the best set of qualifications they can attain.  Pastoral care is a great strength of the school and the values of kindness and respect that staff model is instilled in the students. 

Our academy is a caring environment in which students and staff make use of high-quality learning opportunities to develop their maximum academic, moral, social and spiritual potential. We are committed to developing equality of opportunity for all. We seek to continually improve and to work not simply harder but more effectively, as individuals and with others.

Why work for Ormiston Academies Trust?  

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, you can be sure of a role with 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 – receiving bespoke and holistic support from 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. 

Full details are included in the job description but if you have any questions about the role, please contact us via email at contact@ormistonsudbury.co.uk or call 01787 375131.

If you would relish the opportunity of working with us in our supportive and stimulating professional environment, then we would welcome your application.

Please apply before the closing date stated.  Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a suitable candidate be found.

Ormiston Sudbury 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.

The 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 the academy policies can be found here: https://ormistonsudburyacademy.co.uk/key-info/policies