Teaching Assistant

Highgate Primary Academy | 20 hours per week | Permanent | Start Date: September

Working Hours per week: 8:30am-1:00pm

About Us

Highgate Primary Academy is a warm, inclusive and forward-thinking school where every child is encouraged to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. We are proud of our strong community ethos, our creative curriculum and our commitment to ensuring that all pupils are given the best possible opportunities to succeed. Our staff work collaboratively, championing high standards and fostering a nurturing, inspiring environment where children feel safe, valued and motivated to learn.

We are seeking a dedicated and adaptable SEND Teaching Assistant to join our enthusiastic team. This is a unique opportunity to play a vital role in a nurturing school where every child is supported to succeed and celebrated for who they are.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Providing tailored support, helping them access learning and thrive in a nurturing environment.
• Supporting the delivery of a therapeutic, broad, and balanced curriculum that meets individual needs.
• Working closely with teachers and senior leaders to adapt learning experiences in line with statutory SEND requirements.
• Attending to pupils’ health, welfare, and personal care needs, ensuring their safety and well-being throughout the school day.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Patient and adaptable, with a genuine commitment to inclusive education.
• A team player, able to work closely with teachers and support staff to meet pupils’ needs.
• Compassionate and calm, skilled in supporting children with Autism and communication needs.
• Observant and proactive, able to spot barriers to learning and help remove them.
• Confident in building positive relationships with pupils, families, and the wider school community.

What we can offer:

• Comprehensive professional development, including access to sector-leading expertise and a dedicated Leadership Academy for aspiring and current leaders.
• Inclusive and supportive work culture, with a focus on collaboration and staff wellbeing.
• Opportunities for career progression across a growing network of schools in South Yorkshire and Cambridgeshire.
• Excellent CPD and development opportunities across the Astrea Trust.

Interested in Applying? If you are passionate about education, looking for a fresh opportunity, or simply want to make a positive impact, we would love to hear from you. Take a look at the job description and candidate pack to find out more about the role and how to apply. We welcome visits and informal conversations about the role. Please email recruitment@astreaacademytrust.org for more details.

Commitment to Safeguarding and EDI: Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to satisfactory background checks, including references and enhanced DBS checks. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates who are underrepresented in our workforce.

As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to promoting a culture that ensures there are no barriers to the recruitment, development, and progression of disabled staff across the trust. We provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure disabled job applicants have the best opportunity to demonstrate their abilities.

Flexible Interview Dates: Please note that interview dates are flexible, and the academy reserves the right to interview shortlisted candidates during the application window.

Ready to Make a Difference? If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to our dynamic and forward-thinking team, apply today and be a part of our mission to create a positive impact!