Job Introduction
Park Academy is looking for people with the potential to become part of our team of skilled Teaching Assistants. Advantageous would be either experience in the Early Years in a school or nursery setting, or experience working with children or young people with additional needs. However, we value applications from people with any relevant experience who are absolutely committed to improving the lives of our children.
This position is temporary for 1 year in the first instance and requires the successful candidate to work 32.5 hours per week, term time only. Contract will be reviewed after 1 year.
The successful candidate will hold at least a Grade 4 or equivalent at GCSE level in Maths and English.
For more information about working at Park Academy, please watch our recruitment video by following the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=81qjngWyS-0&t=30s
The Voyage Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks, which will include online checks. Therefore, all posts within the Trust are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. It is an offence to apply for a role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
All adults employed by the Trust have a responsibility for data protection and have a duty to observe and follow the principles of the GDPR Regulations.
Voyage Education Partnership welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.
All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.
Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of this advertisement.
Closing date: 31/12/2025
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
