Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Term-time Only)

Birmingham Ormiston Academy is a 14-19 academy specialising in Creative, Digital and Performing Arts. The Academy opened in September 2011 and has over 1000 students.

We are seeking to appoint an experienced and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support the SENDCO in enabling all students to access learning, with particular focus on students with SEND.

The academy is looking for someone who has:

• A strong work ethic and a passion for learning;
• A strong desire to make a difference to the lives of our students;
• Experience in a similar role or at least 3 years' experience as a Teaching Assistant
• Experience of leading learning activities for small groups of students;
• A good understanding of important curriculum developments for students, particularly those with additional needs;
• The ability to demonstrate their ability and experience matches the job description for the role;
• The skills and characteristics outlined in the person specification for the role;
• An excellent record of attendance and punctuality.

Salary: £21,871 (£25,119FTE) to £25,050 (£28,770FTE)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

BOA has high expectations for its staff and students. There is a clear focus on standards and student behaviour is outstanding. BOA aims to be at the forefront of accreditation and curriculum innovation.

If you share the academy’s vision and ambitions, possess a strong desire to work within an ethos of creative collaboration and partnership and want to have a positive impact on young people, families and the community then we would be delighted to hear from you.

Please note: This is a term-time only role, hence the pro-rated salary range.

We reserve the right to interview ahead of the closing date if we receive a high volume of suitable applications

Birmingham Ormiston Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.