12 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    1st September 2025

  • Closing date

    29 June 2025 at 11:59pm

  • Date listed

    16 June 2025

Job details

Job role

  • Teaching assistant

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Subjects

Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant

Working pattern

Part time

Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

£17,036.19 - £17,577.19 Annually (Actual) Actual Starting Salary based on FTE of £24,027

Learning Support Assistant job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Ormiston Denes Academy. We are seeking a passionate and student focused individual to join our well established, experienced team and are looking for child-centered individuals who can support learning within classrooms, work one to one with targeted students and run interventions to help learners with special educational needs to thrive.

The successful candidate will be committed to ensuring the removal of barriers to learning in the classroom environment, whilst also supporting with students' social and emotional wellbeing.

The role is based on working 30.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (school term time + 1 week).

About us

Our academy is a vibrant, dedicated community where every day is an opportunity for growth, and every individual is encouraged to become the best version of themselves. We understand that potential is limitless, and with the right support and guidance, challenges can be transformed into achievements.

This is the perfect time to become a part of Team Denes. Our Academy has been tenaciously driving improvements for our students and staff, and this was recognised our March 2025 Ofsted inspection, where we were rated "Good" in all categories. Our report highlighted that "staff are highly positive about working here".

If, like us, you are committed to making the biggest difference to children and want to be a part of a community that lives its values of aspiration, integrity and respect, then Ormiston Denes Academy could be the perfect place for you.

Why work for Ormiston Academies Trust?

Our vision is for 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.

What we offer

At Ormiston Denes Academy we place high value on staff development and with us, you would receive a comprehensive induction and training package, along with;

  • Development for staff through nationally recognised training courses.
  • Access to a range of resources and opportunities through our Academy Trust.
  • Guidance, advice, and support from the senior leadership team who all want to make a positive difference to the education of all students at Ormiston Denes Academy.

If you are looking to work in a vibrant academy which expects high standards from students, places a high value on the professional development of its staff, and feel you have the qualities to meet the demands of this rewarding position then we wish to hear from you.

For further details or an informal discussion with Charlotte Leeming - HR & Compliance Partner, please email cleeming@ormistondenes.co.uk or call 01502 509921. We welcome visits to our Academy prior to application submissions.

Closing date for applications is 29 June 2025. Please note that the Academy withholds the right to withdraw the advert at any time, or interview suitable candidates before the closing date.

Ormiston Denes 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.


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

Commitment to safeguarding

Ormiston Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding children and young people and we expect
everyone who works in our academy to share this commitment.

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About Ormiston Denes Academy

School type
Academy, ages 11 to 16
Education phase
Secondary
School size
767 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 16
Ofsted report
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Working in partnership with Ormiston Academies Trust, our vision is for all young people to have the highest academic, social and practical skills to allow them to lead a fulfilling life. Come and join the fastest improving school in Lowestoft.

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