Salary: Competitive, United Learning Apprenticeship Pay Scale (see end of advert) Contract: 18 months in line with the apprenticeship
Hours of work: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week - (20% of time in training)
We are seeking to appoint two diligent and proactive individuals for the position of Teaching Assistant Apprentice Level 3 at Barnsley Academy. The successful post-holders will be based at Barnsley Academy supporting, assisting and supervising pupils under the direction of the class teacher and SENCo. These posts are subject to an apprenticeship training agreement; we will support the successful individuals in working towards and achieving their Teacher Assistant Qualifications. It is anticipated that this will be a minimum of 18 months. Following successful completion of the apprenticeship, the role will be reviewed and consideration made for a permanent contract in line with business needs. We are looking to recruit someone with a child centred approach and excellent people skills to support students effectively in order for them to fully participate in learning. Experience of supporting students with SEND and/or complex learning needs would be advantageous for this role. We will consider applicants from a range of educational backgrounds, what is more important is your belief that all young people have the ability to achieve the very best. This is an excellent opportunity to join an Ofsted rated 'Good' academy. The academy is part of United Learning, a national group of schools and academies. Barnsley Academy is an 11-16 school. As part of United Learning our aim is to bring out 'the Best in Everyone' and we continuously strive to ensure that students and staff have every opportunity to succeed, with their potential developed to the utmost. Our school has motivated, ambitious students with a high percentage of our students going on to attend Russell group universities. United Learning is one of the largest and most successful Trusts in the country who offers unrivalled Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and training, including opportunities for nationwide networking.
We will offer you:
26 days annual leave plus 8 statutory bank holidays per annum.
An additional day's paid leave awarded per annum (in addition to annual leave).
Excellent facilities and resources.
Access to an outstanding professional development programme.
A respectful working environment.
Supportive, friendly colleagues who are committed to each other's professional development.
A chance to become part of United Learning, one of the largest groups of academies in the country.
Opportunities to work collaboratively with colleagues in each academy, across the Cluster and United Learning.
Excellent employee benefits which include a highly sought-after pension scheme with high employer contributions.
Access to further training through the Apprenticeship Levy.
Access to Westfield Rewards with discounts across a variety of retailers and service providers.
Access to the corporate Health Cash Plan which includes a range of health benefits including an
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
Free on-site parking.
We encourage open and regular conversations about work-life balance.
As part of United Learning our aim is to bring out 'the best in everyone' and we are dedicated to providing students and staff with every opportunity to reach their full potential and succeed with our support. We are looking for you:
To be approachable and have excellent people skills.
A team player with strong communication skills.
To be solutions focused.
The ability to confidently give and receive and feedback.
The ability to plan and record information accurately.
To be resilient and adapt to a changing and diverse workload.
To demonstrate a positive, proactive and professional approach at all times
* A fundamental belief in the power of education to enable pupils to achieve anything they set their minds to. Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details. To apply, please click the 'Apply Now' button at the top of the advert on our website using the following link to our vacancies page https://www.barnsley-academy.org/vacancies to complete our online application form, CVs are not accepted. The closing date for this post is 9.00 am on Friday 5th September 2025. Interviews will take place soon after. United Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employees will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive checking process including references from current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK, an Enhanced DBS check, a further check against the appropriate barred list and for shortlisted candidates an online check.
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