Our Vision to empower and inspire children, adults and communities to be ambitious, healthy and kind, dedicated to making our world a better place.  

Our Fantastic Five Values 

D - Harbour children deserve joyful (delight)schools that ignite creativity and learning through play. We invest in colleagues to ensure success and promote lifelong well-being for everyone.

A - We recruit the best colleagues and nurture talent in safe environments, inspiring our children to strive for excellence (ambition). By learning from the best, we improve and give back to our communities.

N - Harbour schools are rooted in care, valuing respect and empathy (nurture). We create supportive environments where children and colleagues thrive, preparing them for the future.

C - We promote pride, inclusion, and civic responsibility, celebrating diversity and community. Colleagues will experience belonging through collaboration, well-being, and continuous development.

E - Success comes when colleagues are empowered to innovate, take risks, and learn from failure. At Harbour, we encourage creativity and collaboration, helping both children and colleagues achieve their goals. 

Our Magnificent Seven Behaviours

We will act with integrity, honesty and transparency in all that we do
We will trust our fellow professionals and value their skills and knowledge
We will work collaboratively and encourage others to do the same
We will work inclusively, building and celebrating inclusive and diverse communities
We will be kind to ourselves and in all our dealings with others, acting with
compassion and empathy
We will communicate regularly and with clarity with our stakeholders and with each other, welcoming and reflecting on constructive feedback from others

We will be aspirational for all, wanting the best for ourselves and for everyone

Job title:      Level 1, Teaching Assistant

Contract:       32.5 hours per week, Term Time only 

Salary Scale:       Scale 1a, Pts 2-3 (£24,413 -£24,796) FTE

Actual Pro-Rata Salary for this post: £17,791 - £18,071 

Interview date:        2nd April 2026

Start date:               ASAP

What does a Teaching Assistant do?

In a nutshell, you will be part of a team working across the age range to provide essential support. You are there to help children access the curriculum, develop their independence, and ensure their physical, social, and emotional needs are met.

Key Responsibilities:

Support pupils with personal care programmes (hygiene, eating, mobility) to encourage independence

Assist in delivering activities for individuals or small groups to help them reach their full potential.

Adhere to all policies and maintain a safe, calm, and inclusive environment.

Help prepare resources, supervise lunch/break times, and maintain learning equipment

Observe and record achievements, providing feedback to teachers to support pupil development

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking a patient, kind, and organised individual who shares our belief in unconditional positive regard. Woodlands is a place of nurture and inclusivity and has often been described as “walking into a warm hug” . We would love you to be part of this.  We are looking for someone with;

Qualifications: GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English and Maths

Experience: Previous experience working within an educational setting is essential; experience with SEND pupils is highly valued

Skills: Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team

Attributes: A flexible approach, high integrity, and a genuinely friendly, approachable manner

Why Join Woodlands Academy?

Beyond the impact you will have on our children's lives, you will join a supportive Trust that prioritises your professional development. We offer a welcoming culture where you are known as an individual and a learner yourself.

Apply Now

Harbour Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to satisfactory background checks, including enhanced DBS and online searches as part of our due diligence.

How to Apply: Please submit all applications through My New Term. Visit Us: We would love to meet you! Our Principal, Becky Wright, invites you to visit the school and  come and see the "warm hug" for yourself!

For enquiries, please contact 01472 500900 or email grimsby.hr@harbourlearningtrust.com