Teaching Assistant
Sir Herbert Leon Academy, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK2 3HQDeadline is tomorrow
Start date details
December 2023
Closing date
8 December 2023 at 11:26am
Date listed
17 November 2023
Job details
Visa sponsorship
- No, visa sponsorship not available
Working pattern
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £21575 - £23194 per annum
Teaching Assistant job summary
£21 575 - £23,194 (Actual salary) £18,397 - £19, 777 ( pro rata salary) + AET Wellbeing Cash Plan + Car Scheme + Pension Scheme (TPS) + Additional AET Benefits
Permanent, Full Time
37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
December 2023 Start Date
Sir Herbert Leon Academy, Bletchley, South Milton Keynes, is a comprehensive 11-16 mixed school with 670 learners and a dedicated team of around 100 teachers and support staff. Our priority is focused on providing a nurturing environment that values both academic achievement and personal development.
Being a relatively small secondary school, Sir Herbert Leon offers an environment where staff can build strong connections with both colleagues and students. As we journey towards elevating aspirations and outcomes for the local community, our core purpose is clear-to expose all young people to a range of opportunities, both personally and academically. We aim to equip them with the skills and mindset needed to live fulfilling and successful lives.
The Senior Leadership team at the Academy strongly emphasises the well-being of our colleagues, prioritising mental health and a healthy work/life balance. We have implemented systems that empower our staff to thrive, including a centralised behaviour system, a clear management structure, and ample opportunities for personal and professional growth.
We are looking for a Teaching Assistant to join our team of committed staff who are dedicated to providing the best possible opportunities to our students. You will promote the inclusion of all students. In liaison with the class teacher, you will work with students to target identified learning needs. You will also provide practical support in the classroom to students who have recognised learning needs, supporting them to achieve their potential. In addition, you will work with subject teachers to ensure lesson materials are used effectively in order for students to make the expected progress towards their target levels.
Join us at Sir Herbert Leon Academy, where the commitment to grow strong relationships, prioritising well-being, and striving for excellence in education shapes a community dedicated to the development of every individual.
Please contact us for an informal chat or to arrange a school visit, to arrange please contact Stevie Louise Marshall at
Closing date: 20th December 2023
Interviews are scheduled to take place as soon as possible after the closing date.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
In line with our safeguarding practices we are unable to accept CV's. To find out more visit: https://aet.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/3904?c=aet
Academies Enterprise Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a robust, fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Academies Enterprise Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
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About Sir Herbert Leon Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 19
- Education phase
- View all Secondaryjobs
- School size
- 625 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Sir Herbert Leon Academy website (opens in new tab)
About Sir Herbert Leon Academy:
Sir Herbert Leon Academy is an 11-19 Mixed Comprehensive in Bletchley, South Milton Keynes. Our academy has 587 learners and employs around 100 dedicated teachers and support staff. The academy's senior leadership team places high priority on colleagues' mental health and work/life balance and has established systems to allow staff to flourish.
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