Level 1 Teaching Assistant

We are inviting applications for the above post of Level 1 Teaching Assistant based at Lees Brook Academy. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a team committed to improving attainment levels for students within the school.

Applicants will have a passion for teaching and learning and an inclusive approach to education for all students. We are looking forward to welcoming new members of staff who can help fulfil our vision for supporting students with a varied range of additional educational needs across the school.

Hours of work: Permanent, full-time, term time only.

Lees Brook Academy is an 11-18 school based in a modern building with state-of-the-art facilities. We currently have 1,120 students on roll and places a strong emphasis on putting students at the heart of everything we do. We believe that every young person should have the chance to be successful, regardless of their ability or background and are looking for like-minded colleagues to join our team. Situated in Derby, we are easily commutable from locations such as Nottingham, Derbyshire and North Leicestershire.

We are proud to form part of Archway Learning Trust, previously Bluecoat Academies Trust, which was formed in April 2014 as a result of the very long and successful history of Bluecoat Academy. The Trust is a vibrant learning community where staff are well supported, students are cared for, receive a high quality education and experience every opportunity to be successful.

In return, we can offer:

• Archway benefits to include shopping discounts and competitions


• A free and confidential employee assistance programme offering counselling and advice


• Access to Teachers' Pensions


• Access to discounted travel schemes


• Cycle to work scheme


• Comprehensive training and support


• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career


• Eye care voucher scheme


• Free flu vaccine


• Access to e-learning and development


The school's motto 'Learn, Believe, Achieve' is at the core of everything that we do. Lees Brook is passionate about its pastoral and extra-curricular provisions, including having a wellbeing ambassador for staff and students, the thriving Duke of Edinburgh scheme and breakfast club open to all students. Lees Brook is a school that cares deeply for all people within it.

If you share our values and ethos and are attracted by the opportunities of working within our school and Trust, we would love to hear from you!

For more information about Archway Learning Trust and the vacancy, please visit www.archwaytrust.co.uk/vacancies

Closing date: 9am on Wednesday 25th September 2024

Interview date: w/c 30th September 2024

Early enquiries and applications are encouraged as we may interview suitable candidates sooner.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to the satisfactory completion of an enhanced DBS check, Barred List check, the receipt of satisfactory references, online searches and any other statutory checks that are required for the post. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Hours of work: Permanent, full-time, term time only.

Lees Brook Academy is an 11-18 school based in a modern building with state-of-the-art facilities. We currently have 1,120 students on roll and places a strong emphasis on putting students at the heart of everything we do. We believe that every young person should have the chance to be successful, regardless of their ability or background and are looking for like-minded colleagues to join our team. Situated in Derby, we are easily commutable from locations such as Nottingham, Derbyshire and North Leicestershire.

We are proud to form part of Archway Learning Trust, previously Bluecoat Academies Trust, which was formed in April 2014 as a result of the very long and successful history of Bluecoat Academy. The Trust is a vibrant learning community where staff are well supported, students are cared for, receive a high quality education and experience every opportunity to be successful.

In return, we can offer:

• Archway benefits to include shopping discounts and competitions


• A free and confidential employee assistance programme offering counselling and advice


• Access to Teachers' Pensions


• Access to discounted travel schemes


• Cycle to work scheme


• Comprehensive training and support


• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career


• Eye care voucher scheme


• Free flu vaccine


• Access to e-learning and development


The school's motto 'Learn, Believe, Achieve' is at the core of everything that we do. Lees Brook is passionate about its pastoral and extra-curricular provisions, including having a wellbeing ambassador for staff and students, the thriving Duke of Edinburgh scheme and breakfast club open to all students. Lees Brook is a school that cares deeply for all people within it.

If you share our values and ethos and are attracted by the opportunities of working within our school and Trust, we would love to hear from you!