About Washington Academy

Washington Academy offers a diverse curriculum, excellent facilities, and a strong commitment to developing the whole child. Our inclusive ethos ensures every student feels safe, valued, and supported to achieve their full potential.

We are proud to offer a dynamic, progressive learning environment where every student is recognised for their unique potential. With exemplary standards of behaviour, a rich curriculum, and a strong sense of belonging, Washington Academy is a place where both students and staff thrive.

Why Join Washington Academy?

At Washington Academy, you will be part of a warm, supportive team committed to Excellence, Equality, and Integrity. As part of Consilium Academies, you will benefit from:

• Access to high-quality, tailored CPD through our Centre for Professional Learning
• A collaborative, values-driven culture
• A strong focus on staff wellbeing
• Opportunities for professional growth across a multi-academy trust
• A welcoming environment where inclusivity and diversity are celebrated

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work under the guidance of teaching staff to support pupils’ learning, development, and wellbeing. You will:

• Provide tailored support to pupils, including those with SEND
• Promote independence, engagement, and positive behaviour
• Assist with the delivery of learning activities and intervention programmes
• Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups, including those with autism
• Help create a purposeful, inclusive classroom environment
• Contribute to the wider ethos and life of the school

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about helping young people succeed and who thrives in a collaborative, caring school environment.

About You

• We are looking for someone who:
• Has strong literacy and numeracy skills
• Has experience working with children of secondary school age
• Understands child development and barriers to learning
• Can work effectively as part of a team
• Builds positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families

Applications and Information

For further information about the role please see attached recruitment pack including, job description and person specification.

If you have any questions about the role or would like to arrange a visit to Washington Academy, please contact david.gilboydodds@consilium-at.com

Closing date for applications is Wednesday 3rd June at 9am. 

Interviews will take place on a date to be confirmed. 

Please ensure that within your application you provide the names, addresses, and contact details for two referees, one of whom should be your current or most recent employer.

We look forward to welcoming a new team member who shares our commitment to excellence in education!

Consilium Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are made subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.

The Trust is an equal opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016, the Public Sector fluency duty requires state funded schools to ensure candidates for their customer facing roles have the necessary standard of spoken English.