Job Description

Outwood Academy Adwick is an 11-18 academy based just north of the large, friendly, South Yorkshire city of Doncaster.


We have been a member of the Outwood Family since 2009, and in our 2023 Ofsted inspection the academy was graded Good in all categories. The inspection noted 'the school has a supportive and caring culture. Staff build warm and friendly relationships with pupils. Pupils achieve their full potential. Staff are proud to work at the school'.


We have also won numerous awards as a school and we have been accredited with the prestigious IQM Award, in addition to being an IQM Centre of Excellence for 3 years, which highlights that inclusion at all levels is of paramount importance to us. We are also proud to have been awarded Silver Status by the Carnegie Centre of Excellence for Mental Health Award.


Outwood Academy Adwick seeks applications from professional individuals for this key role. We are looking for an individual who has high aspirations for students, who is committed, and passionate about learning; who has the skills and determination to make a significant difference to the lives of our students and share our single goal of 'Students First'.


The role of Temporary Teaching Assistant across our Academy is to promote the learning and welfare of students by providing practical and learning support to students, including those with statements of special educational needs, under the direction of the class teacher.


Temporary vacancy - 30.5 hours Monday to Friday 8.30am - 3pm Term Time plus 3 days.


Outwood Grange Academies Trust provides a high-quality learning and cultural environment that inspires and motivates children. Whether you are ambitious for progression, or determined to be an outstanding member of our support team, Outwood Academy Adwick is the place for you.


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If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role please contact recruitment@adwick.outwood.com.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS - WHAT DO WE OFFER AS AN EMPLOYER?

Outwood Grange Academies Trust supports colleagues by funding an extensive range of accredited training courses and apprenticeship opportunities up to Masters level. We also offer:



Your starting salary with annual increments plus inflation linked increases. The starting salary within the grade advertised will be dependent upon your experience. You will also receive:



A comprehensive induction and training process Automatic enrolment into an increasingly rare and valuable defined Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution rates Flexible family friendly policies from day one Enhanced occupational benefits available (such as maternity, adoption and parental leave) with no qualifying period Holidays: A minimum of 25 days plus bank holidays (this increases with length of service) A range of working patterns are available dependant upon the role Automatic enrolment into our Employee Assistance Programme which gives you and your family members free access to:



Specialist information on a wide range of work-life issues Emotional support and counselling for a wide range of personal and work issues Legal guidance Financial guidance and debt counselling Child and dependent care support and advice Support for managers We are also a wellbeing employer with a dedicated wellbeing strategy and menopause policy along with menopause champions based in our academies. Other benefits include:
Free flu vaccinations Free onsite parking Employee discounts such as competitively priced Synergy Car Leasing Access to various discount sites Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.



We reserve the right to close advertisements early. Advertisements will therefore close at 12 noon, either on the advertised closing date, or the day the decision has been taken to close the advertisement early.



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Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) is an education charity and not-for-profit sponsor of primary, junior and secondary academies. We are a dynamic organisation, recognised nationally as one of the highest performing family of schools in the North of England, and we currently sponsor over 40 schools.



Our educational blueprint has been developed through leading and supporting schools over many years.



We have used this successful blueprint to sponsor academies and have a transformational effect on children's life chances within very quick timescales.



We feel strongly that academies should enhance the education provision of the community they serve, in addition to driving up standards and playing a central role in regeneration. This is because we believe that improving the life chances of young people is essential to developing a strong local and national economy.



We are now comprised of over 40 schools who work together to ensure that all children, irrespective of their starting point, receive an excellent education. We pride ourselves on meeting the needs of children in our care, including the most vulnerable or challenging.