St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust
Teaching Assistant EDV/2026/SJHCVA/81601
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Teaching Assistant Vacancy – Saint John Houghton Catholic Voluntary Academy
About This Role
Saint John Houghton Catholic Voluntary Academy is a Catholic 11-16 comprehensive school in the local area, part of the St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust. Founded in January 1965, the Academy stands out for its commitment to inclusivity, excellence in education, and a strong Catholic ethos.
School Ethos & Vision
We deliver "world-class" education, providing every child with opportunities, support, and care tailored to their individual needs. Each pupil is valued as a "unique child of God", nurtured to become a confident, resilient young adult prepared for modern life.
At the heart of our mission is Jesus Christ, inspiring us to uphold and teach values such as love, forgiveness, excellence, compassion, and service. Our motto—"Garde ta Foi" ("Defend your Faith")—emphasises the courage to stand up for justice, especially for those without a voice.
Key Responsibilities
As a Teaching Assistant (TA), you will:
- Support classrooms in raising learning and standards, collaborating closely with class teachers
- Guide pupils in independence, self-esteem and social inclusion
- Assist with individual or group tuition to ensure all students engage meaningfully with the curriculum and experience achievement
- Help bridge gaps in learning to maximise pupil progress
Requirements & Commitments
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Person Specification
We are seeking a passionate, empathetic and adaptable Teaching Assistant who thrives on making a real difference to pupils’ lives. Key attributes include:
- Strong commitment to turnabouts and relationships—building trust with pupils, parents and colleagues alike
- Flexibility to adapt teaching methods to meet diverse pupil needs
- Desire to empower young people’s learning, self-esteem and personal growth
Safeguarding & Compliance
The St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi-Academy Trust takes safeguarding extremely seriously. Mandatory for this role:
- Satisfactory references (requested prior to interview)
- Enhanced DBS check completed prior to starting
- Medical check if required
- Verification of teaching qualifications (if applicable) or relevant experience
- Proof of right to work in the UK
Note: Closing date may close early based on demand.
Why Work for the St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi-Academy Trust (MAT)?
About the MAT
Established 1 September 2018, this multi-academy trust integrating 25 Catholic schools across Derby City, Derbyshire, Staffordshire, Nottinghamshire, and Stockport. Rooted in the Diocese of Nottingham, our collective vision is to ensure: ✔️ Outstanding academic and spiritual education ✔️ Life-changing opportunities for all young people
Why Join Us?
Fantastic Benefits Include:
🔹 Career Development & Professional Growth
- First-class CPD opportunities including Nottingham Teaching School Alliance partnerships
- Leadership Academy for nurturing future leaders (84 academies across the Diocese)
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🔹 Career Prospects
- Diverse settings (25 academies today), so advancement is within reach across the network
🔹 Wellbeing Support
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): confidential support, guidance, and counselling sessions (24/7 or in-person)
- Healthcare plans as needed
🔹 Retirement Security
- Automatic enrolment into the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (*with 23.68% employer contribution)
- Support staff join the Local Government Pension Scheme (benefits starting at ~20%+ employer contribution)
🔹 Competitive Compensation
- Adherence to nationally agreed pay scales for both teachers and support staff
Our Vision to Excel
We prioritise collaboration and improvement, ensuring every member of our staff can contribute meaningfully to the shared vision of fostering well-rounded, confident young people who are equipped for the world beyond school.
For further details, visit: www.srscmat.co.uk
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