Sapientia Education Trust
Teaching Assistant
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Teaching Assistant
Location: Stradbroke High School
Salary: SCP4 £25,185 – SCP6 £25,989 per annum. Salary Pro Rata: £11,405 - £11,982 per annum
Vacancy Type: Permanent, Part Time, 20 hrs per week
Stradbroke isn’t just a school — it’s a community. A place where students feel known, supported, and inspired. As one of the region’s top-performing schools, we pair high expectations with high care, offering a vibrant co-curricular programme and a culture where every child can excel. Ofsted’s 2023 visit captured what makes us special, recognising that we are “likely to be outstanding” when next graded.
The Role
We are expanding our team of Teaching Assistants to support a growing number of students with additional needs. You’ll be at the heart of the classroom, helping students engage confidently with their learning, while also delivering targeted small-group and 1:1 interventions such as ELSA that unlock progress.
Our SEND team is dynamic, dedicated, and deeply valued. If you’re someone who enjoys getting involved — from school trips to first-aid support — and you’re passionate about helping young people flourish, this role offers real purpose and impact.
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Person Specification
The Professional Competencies Expected Of a Teaching Assistant Are
- The ability to communicate clearly and tactfully using appropriate methods and awareness of the impact of your own communication on others;
- Able to maintain positive relationships with all and able to work as an effective and flexible part of a team; willing to change methods of work and routines to benefit the team;
- Be able to multi-task and work under pressure;
- Be flexible and resilient in managing and executing their daily responsibilities;
- Able to demonstrate strong planning and organisational skills;
- Willingness to accept responsibility for your own actions;
- The ability to prioritise effectively, meet deadlines and accept challenges.
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The Personal Competencies Expected Of a Teaching Assistant Are
- Engages with pupils appropriately and works with the best interest of the pupils in mind;
- Ability to work with minimum supervision;
- Understands statutory requirements and policies;
- Able to maintain confidentiality appropriately;
- Able to work as part of a team.
The qualifications and experience required of a Teaching Assistant are:
- A minimum of a grade C / 4, or equivalent, in English and Maths GCSE. (all roles except cleaners, catering staff & exam invigilators).
- Previous experience working with children, in a classroom or similar environment is highly desirable.
- Experience as an ELSA or Thrive practitioner is highly desirable.
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Sapientia Education Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application
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