Teaching Assistant.
The Barnes Wallis Academy, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN4 4PN26 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
22 February 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
11 December 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £24,796.00 - £24,796.00 Annually (FTE) NJC3 FTE £24,796 FTE (£19,131.32 pro rata) for 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
Teaching Assistant. job summary
If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.
We aim to reduce barriers to learning for our most vulnerable students through co-ordination of intervention and Teaching Assistant deployment. As a Teaching Assistant in our Academy, you work effectively with the ‘Quality of Education Team’ to support teachers’ strategies in order for all students to access a knowledge rich and inclusive curriculum. You also support SENCO responsibilities including working with external agencies and families including timely reviews following the SEND Code of Practice.
About the role
Develop an in depth understanding of the specific needs of individual and groups of student(s)
Assess, plan, organise and provide practical assistance in relation to identified physical needs e.g. transportation, dressing, meal times, and organisation of learning equipment to support personal, health, social and emotional development (PHSE) to promote independence.
Maintain appropriate records, monitor progression and attainment and provide reports and information to inform and support the assessment process.
Plan, organise and undertake routine learning activities with either individuals or groups of students to facilitate their physical, emotional, social and educational development.
Monitor student’s and young people’s conduct and behavior throughout the mainstream learning process and intervene to resolve complex, difficult or challenging issues using appropriate techniques, skills, strategies and routine sanctions to de-escalate potentially very difficult situations or resolve conflict with individual and groups of students
Organise and participate in the supervision of individuals and groups of students in dining, playground and circulation areas throughout the day. Ensure that students are engaged in appropriate activity and intervene to maintain behaviour standards and ensure well-being, safety and welfare.
This is a permanent post, working 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year.
About our Academy
Barnes Wallis Academy is an Ofsted ‘Good’ academy located in a rural location.
Providing our young people access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences is what drives us. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences equip our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.
At Barnes Wallis Academy we focus on small family big heart. We are committed to equality, inclusion and diversity.
Salary & Benefits
NJC3 FTE £24,796 FTE (£19,131.32 pro rata per annum) for 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
Commitment to employee Health and Well being including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
Awards and Recognition Scheme
Flexible working patterns
Benefits Platform
Cycle to Work Scheme
Who we are looking for
Someone:
Able to demonstrate a proactive approach and adaptability in changing situations
Able to work collaboratively within a team and the wider community
Highly motivated
Commitment to safeguarding the children and young people in the school’s care
About The David Ross Education Trust
The David Ross Education Trust mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.
Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.
Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivaled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.
Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 35 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.
We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.
Apply now
To complete our on-line application form, please use the ‘apply now’ button.
Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.
The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.
It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.
The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.
All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About The Barnes Wallis Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 509 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Barnes Wallis Academy website
We are pleasantly situated within the villages of Coningsby and Tattershall and our aim is to be the heartbeat of these villages. Our size undoubtedly helps to create a strong feeling of togetherness that contributes to the ease of relationships between students, parents and staff.
Barnes Wallis Academy has excellent facilities that all our students benefit from. We have well resourced classrooms and specialist teaching rooms. In addition we have four ICT suites and extensive sports facilities.
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