Teaching And Learning Assistant Maternity Cover

Preston, United Kingdom

Job Description


Salary: \xc2\xa322,737.00 to \xc2\xa323,114.00 per annum (pro rata \xc2\xa313,214.11 to \xc2\xa313,433.21 per annum)

Closing Date: 29/02/2024

Contract Type: Term Time plus 1 week

Contract Term: Fixed Term

Phase/Establishment Type: Secondary

Hours Per Week: 25 hours per week

Location: Preston, Lancashire

Where to find us

Do you have the drive, passion and commitment to deliver outstanding support to help young people in a disadvantaged community? If so, joining the Star support team might just be the best career move you ever make. This is your opportunity to join a dedicated team of support staff who are committed to providing the best possible education for our pupils.

About Eden Boys\' School, Preston

is a Muslim faith-based secondary school for 11 to 18 year old boys, which welcomes pupils from all faiths and none. We opened in 2015 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism. We were graded as \'Outstanding\' in all areas by Ofsted during our first inspection in May 2018.

We have an exemplary reputation for excellence in every aspect of school life. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

Who we\'re looking for

We\'re looking for a dedicated individual to provide tailored support to our pupils. You will be committed to making a positive difference to young people\'s lives and in supporting and developing their learning. Your intervention will help enable an outstanding learning environment for our young people, providing the support they need to succeed.

The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and technical skills. You will have the ability to effectively support learning and teaching, and to develop relationships across our school and the Star community.

You will have:

  • NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant or equivalent.
  • Experience working with children in a school setting.
  • The ability to maintain positive relationships with students and other adults.
  • The ability to work with pupils on a one to one, small groups and whole class.
About Star Academies

is a high-performing multi-academy trust that runs more than 30 primary and secondary schools. We are a values-based organisation that works to improve the life chances of young people in areas of social and economic deprivation to help them succeed at the highest levels of education, employment and the professions. Every single day you\'ll be rewarded with the opportunity to shape a young person\'s future - our embody what we believe is needed to succeed.

Professional development is key to our ongoing success, so we continually invest in our employees through our learning and development centre, . With a wealth of training, mentoring and progression opportunities across a growing group of academies, joining our team of leading education experts could propel your career to the next level.

We can also offer you a range of , including competitive salaries and pension schemes, generous holiday entitlements and healthcare cash plans.

Find out more

Please download the job description and person specification below for further information about the role. For an informal and confidential discussion about the role please call us on 01772 926000.

Key Dates

Closing Date: Thursday, 29 February 2024 at midday.

Interview Date: Week commencing Monday, 4 March 2024.

Proposed Start Date: Monday, 15 April 2024.

Application Process

To apply for this vacancy please use the \'Apply for job\' link below. You should ensure your application form and supporting statement address all elements of the person specification. We will only consider candidates who meet the vast majority of the essential criteria outlined in the person specification.

Our Commitment

Star Academies is committed to safeguarding, safer recruitment and promoting the welfare of pupils. Our comprehensive recruitment and selection processes aim to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Successful candidates are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks.

We are equally committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity. We aim for our workforce to be representative of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to providing equality and fairness in our recruitment and employment practices and not to discriminate on any grounds. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.

Star Academies

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3023596
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Preston, United Kingdom
  • Education
    Not mentioned