East Midlands Education Trust
Teaching Assistant
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Permanent Part Time, Term Time Only
39 weeks a year, 36.25 hours per week 8:00am - 3:45pm Monday - Friday
Salary Range
Scale 3 points 6 - 8 (26,847 - 27,709) (Actual Salary £22,877 - £23,612)
Start Date
As soon As Possible
Thank you for your interest in the above post at Limehurst Academy.
Limehurst Academy is an exciting place to work and learn. Our school motto is Achievement in a Caring Environment. You will see when you visit the school and talk to the students, teachers, support staff and governors that we are passionate about what we do: getting the best out of every child whatever their abilities, interests or ambitions. We have high aspirations for everyone who is part of our community whether student or member of staff. With this caring ethos we are looking for skilled staff to join us who have a clear passion for helping young people achieve the absolute best they can. We are proud to be a member of the East Midlands Education Trust.
At Limehurst, we aim to deliver the highest quality teaching, which encourages greater student responsibility and independence in their learning. We aim to understand quickly the changing needs of each individual in our care and prepare them for the next stage of their education. We challenge and support them to succeed beyond what they believe they are capable of in an environment where students feel safe and relationships are good. We provide them with exciting learning opportunities both in the classroom and beyond that will engage and motivate them so that they will want to come to school. We join with them in celebrating their successes.
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The school was inspected by Ofsted in June 2026. The report can be found on our website, and I strongly encourage you to read it. It contains lines such as: “Limehurst Academy is a happy and inclusive community,” and, “Pupils demonstrate calm and respectful behaviour around the school.” We know our school well but we are not complacent. We are constantly seeking to improve, and deliver outstanding education to the community we serve - a community that we are very proud to be a part of.
This post is a crucial one to the school. You will be part of a brilliant learning support team, led by a SENDCo and Assistant SENDCo. The team also includes twelve teaching assistants and two apprentice learning support assistants. You will have a passion for inclusion, and a commitment to ensuring that all students achieve to their highest potential.
Time-management skills, patience and a good work ethic are essential, as are a sense of humour and excellent interpersonal skills. The job description will give you further details about what we require.
Our 2025 results were, again, very strong. Over 50% of our students achieved a Grade 5+ in English and Maths. 41% of our SEN students achieved a Grade 4+ in English and Maths. As has been the case for many years now, all of our headline measures are well above national averages. We are committed to improving yet again this academic year, and we are determined to do so. Our parents and the local community are extremely supportive of the school.
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If you believe you have the skills and qualities to help us continue to be successful, then I look forward to receiving your application. You need to apply via the form which you will find on the EMET vacancies webpage.
Please submit the application by the deadline date of 9.00am on Monday 12th October. However, we reserve the right to call suitable applicants for interview before the closing date.
On the application form, please focus on a detailed'supporting statement' taking into account the person specification and indicating why you would be the best person for us to recruit to this position.
If you would like further information and require an informal conversation or visit, please telephone or email our school office via 01509 263444 or office@limehurst.org.uk
The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be offered the post, will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding checks will be undertaken during the recruitment process and this may include online searches.
We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion.
Closing date for applications is 9:00am on Monday 12th October 2026.
We reserve the right to call suitable applicants for interview before the closing date.
Interview date to be confirmed.
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