Job Description

Ref: SCH-L.E.A.DAT-0093

12 day(s) remaining

Establishment:

Forest Lodge Academy

Location:

Forest Lodge

Salary:

NJC Point 7 -12 18,550.12 (actual) per annum

Department:

Teaching Assistants

Job Type:

Part Time

Key Stage:

Key Stage 2

Closing Date:

23/10/2025 12:00

Interview Date:

31/10/2025

Start Date:

as soon as possible

Additional Information

Contract Type:

Fixed Term (10/07/2026)

Contract Term:

TTO - Term time only

Hours per Week:

30.00

Weeks per Year:

45.183

Pay Grade:

L.E.A.D Support Payscale - Banded | SCP 7 - SCP 12

The Role

Forest Lodge Academy requires - A Level 2 Teaching Assistant (Fixed Term until 10th July 2026)

Salary:

NJC Point 7 -12 - 18,550.12 (Actual salary per Annum on NJC Point 7) - 30 Hours per week

Hours of work:

8.40 - 3.10 pm with 30 Minutes for Lunch.

Forest Lodge Academy is a happy and friendly community school where children enjoy all aspects of school life.
We have a passionate team who are committed to providing the highest standards of education for all our learners.

Would you like to have the opportunity to be part of a fabulous team and work in a vibrant school where;

There is strong teamwork and clear leadership committed to do whatever it takes to improve pupil progress


There are high quality care and safeguarding arrangements


There is a positive climate where pupils are happy and enjoy their learning


There is a support and commitment to continued professional development

We are looking for an excellent Level 2 SEND Teaching Assistant to join our school team who;

Has experience of working/supporting pupils with SEND or a desire to do so


GCSE pass level or equivalent qualification in Maths/Numeracy & English or significant demonstrable experience in a similar role


Has excellent knowledge of children's early developmental needs


Is a team player with good interpersonal skills


Effective communication skills enabling professional dialogues with all staff and stakeholders


Resilience and flexibility of adapting and using initiative in a variety of situations in a timely manner


Ability to use relevant technology/equipment


A can do approach to a variety of situations


Is positive in their approach to their work and with all members of the school community


Is patient, caring, understanding, positive and supportive

In return, we offer:

An extremely strong, dynamic, supportive, team and friendly working environment where collaboration is paramount with high aspirations for all pupils and staff
Passionate, enthusiastic pupils who are willing to learn
A positive caring ethos where all are valued
An enriched, engaging broad and balanced curriculum
A strong commitment to your professional development and career opportunities
A fantastically resourced school and site
Trust benefits


Forest Lodge had an OFSTED Inspection (June 2022) where we were graded as

GOOD

and are part of L.E.A.D. Multi-Academy Trust.

Closing date for applications

is Thursday 23rd October 2025 at 12.00 noon

Interviews

will take place on Friday 31st October 2025

Start Date:

as soon as possible

Visits to the school are highly recommended. Please contact Teresa Shellard, our School Business Manager to arrange a visit. 0116-287-1220

Qualifications

Qualification Title

Grade

5 GCSEs including Maths and English (grade 4-9) or equivalent Pass Level
Essential




Level 3 qualification in relevant discipline such as Health and Social Care, Childcare and Education, etc
Essential




Relevant qualification in Science or related subject (ideally level 5 or above)
Desirable

Skills

Personal Attributes

Committed
Essential




Focused
Essential


Safeguarding Information



L.E.A.D Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.



L.E.A.D Academy Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.



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