Teaching Assistant

Responsibilities

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils, teachers and families to create a positive, inclusive and purposeful learning environment. You will work alongside teaching staff to support pupils in making strong academic progress, developing confidence and achieving their full potential. You will contribute to a culture of high expectations, excellent behaviour and strong relationships, ensuring every pupil can access learning and succeed.

• Weekly staff training and coaching for every teacher
• Twice as many training days as standard
• Weekly staff training designed to meet the needs of the school
• Coaching for every teacher
• Access to high-quality, regular professional development
• Subject-specific knowledge development
• Free use of the leisure centre
• Access to the school counsellor

Ark Acton is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All employees are required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and, before appointment, disclose any unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Failure to disclose may lead to termination of employment. Disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment;

this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred.

Ark Acton aims to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone—staff and students—can do their best work and achieve their full potential. The school is committed to reflecting and representing diverse perspectives across its organisation to strengthen and enhance effectiveness.