Senior Teaching Assistant - EAL

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Senior Teaching Assistant to join our team to support our EAL students. This role will take responsibility for the management and delivery of intervention for students with English as an additional language (EAL needs) and some additional provision led by our Literacy lead.

Three Rivers Academy is a school that maximises opportunities for young people to develop academically and socially in a stimulating, caring and supportive environment. We are proud of our inclusive ethos, which we expect all staff to embrace. We are fortunate to offer some of the best facilities in Surrey, with a spacious and modern building where every full-time teacher has their own classroom, equipped with a smart board.

We are delighted that the school was judged GOOD in every category by Ofsted in October 2024. The recent report commends our approach to staff welfare:
The school prioritises professional development opportunities for staff and considers the workload of staff thoughtfully. As a result, staff feel valued highly.

• Planning and delivering strategies for staff to use to support EAL students in mainstream lessons
• Overseeing the provision and support for students with EAL who require additional intervention, reviewing progress and amending intervention appropriately.
• Liaising with outside agencies to support students with EAL, their transition and progress and being the TRA link to these organisations
• Observing students with EAL to identify learning needs/ barriers where necessary
• Maintain accurate records, and adhere to safeguarding policies.

• Minimum of 3 GCSEs at Grade C or above (including English and Maths) or equivalent.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., first aid, behaviour management) are advantageous.
• Proficiency in IT tools and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to guide less experienced colleagues and work collaboratively in a team.
• Prior experience in an educational or similar environment.

All adults employed by the Trust have a responsibility for data protection and have a duty to observe and follow the principles of the GDPR Regulations.

The Howard Partnership Trust is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of gender, marital status, disability, race, age, or sexual orientation.

All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.

During the application process, candidates will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance, we may also conduct an online search to identify any matters that might relate directly to our legal duty to meet safeguarding duties. Successful candidates will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The Howard Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Due to the nature of this role, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. Applicants must disclose any pending charges, convictions, bind‑overs or cautions and, if so, for which offences.

This post will be exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Therefore, applicants are not entitled to withhold information about convictions which for other purposes are ‘spent’ under the provision of the Act, and, in the event of the employment being taken up; any failure to disclose such convictions will result in dismissal or disciplinary action.

The fact that a pending charge, conviction, bind‑over or caution has been recorded against you will not necessarily debar you from consideration for this appointment.

Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of this advertisement.