This is an exciting opportunity for somebody who is looking for a new challenge. We are looking for candidates who are passionate and ambitious with a drive and commitment to improve the life chances of our young people.  You will have a dynamic, exceptional and creative approach to improving the teaching and learning in a way that benefits all children.

 The post requires someone with:

• Experience of supporting pupils as a HLTA or highly skilled Teaching Assistant within a school setting
  
• Passion for teaching and learning and wanting the best outcomes for all children
  
• Ability to support and promote an excellent reflective learning ethos
  
• Creativity and flexibility in the way you work
  
• Excellent communication skills
  
• Highly developed interpersonal skills and a sense of humour
  
• Commitment to your own professional development and participate fully in the life of the school and community.
  

What we have to Offer:

• A visible and approachable senior leadership team and an enthusiastic and committed team of teachers and support staff.
• A strong support network both within the school and across Ambitions Academies Trust.
  
• All staff are part of a professional learning community in which evidence-informed CPD is designed to meet individual needs.
  
• Strong potential for career progression.
  
• A culture that respects work-life balance and an ongoing commitment to wellbeing with a dedicated Wellbeing Champion.
  
• An Employee Assistance Programme including in the moment support and counselling sessions with an external provider.
  
• AAT Staff benefits include free eye testing for DSE users through Specsavers, free will writing through Dunham McCarthy Solicitors and reduced price corporate gym membership through BH Live.
• A competitive pension through Teachers’ Pensions or The Local Government Pension Scheme for support staff. 

Should you wish to arrange a visit or an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Samantha Wakefield, HR Academy Lead at samantha.wakefield@kingspark-academy.co.uk.

Ambitions Academies Trust (AAT) comprises schools from all sectors: mainstream (primary and secondary) and special. AAT secures outstanding achievement and improved life chances of all our pupils. All our Academies have high expectations as the focus of their work. We are strongly committed to supporting colleagues in developing their careers further and offering excellent CPD opportunities

Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment as AAT reserves the right to close applications early.

Please note we DO NOT accept applications by CV and are unable to offer Visa Sponsorship.

Ambitions Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.  Rigorous checks will be made of the successful applicant’s background credentials, including enhanced DBS checks and an online search

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