Job Description

Job Reference #

EDV/2025/OFA/99042

Location

Wrights Lane, Cradley Heath, West Midlands, B64 6QU

Contract Type

Fixed Term

Contract Term

Part-Time

Salary

7.55 Hourly


National Apprenticeship Wage (starting at 7.55 per hour)

Closing Date

9:00am, 6th Oct 2025

Start Date

ASAP pending pre-employment checks

Positions Available

1

Interview Date(s)

TBA following shortlisting

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About this Role

Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more.

Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.


At Ormiston Forge Academy, we are looking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Apprentice Teaching Assistant to join our Success for Learning team.


As an Apprentice Teaching Assistant, the successful candidate will work closely with students who require additional support, both in the classroom and within our Success Centre. You will play a vital role in helping students achieve their potential by:

Supporting teaching and learning for individuals or small groups Assisting with classroom delivery and interventions Monitoring student progress and behaviour Supporting reintegration and behaviour plans Building strong, trusting relationships with students, staff, and families

Your work will be guided by the SENCO and Success Centre Leadersand will be delivered across a variety of settings, including mainstream classes, withdrawal sessions, and learning hubs.


As an Apprentice, you will work towards the Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification via our apprenticeship provider, Let Me Play. Further details regarding the qualification are attached. The position is fixed term for the duration of the apprenticeship, which should take 18 months.


The position requires the postholder to work 30 hours per week, term time only (39 weeks).

Qualifications required:

To be considered for the post you must have achieved a minimum of GCSE Grade A to C / Grade 4 or above in maths and English and be prepared to undertake apprenticeship training.


Ormiston Forge Academy is a thriving secondary academy and sixth form located in the heart of Cradley Heath, West Midlands, with a proud history of academic excellence and community involvement. Our Academy is not just a workplace--we are a family.

Why Work for Ormiston?

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach - they are our greatest asset.


We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning.

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys...

The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before - being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children - a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve Being part of a team and community where you belong - being part of a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities A supportive environment to grow your career - an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits

For further information please refer to the or for an informal discussion please contact hr@oatforge.co.uk


Please note that CVs are not accepted. Applications will only be considered from those who submit an application form via the link above before the closing date.

*Ormiston Forge Academy is committed to safeguarding
and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff
and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces
diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working
opportunities will be considered.*

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children's Barred List.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974


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Contact Details

Charlotte Critchlow

01384566598

hr@oatforge.co.uk

Wrights Lane, Cradley Heath

West Midlands

B64 6QU
01384566598

information@oatforge.co.uk

http://www.ormistonforgeacademy.co.uk/