Smestow Academy – Windmill Crescent, Wolverhampton, WV3 8HU

The role:  

At Smestow Academy, we want the best for every single child and our Teaching Assistants are vital in achieving this. We seek an enthusiastic individual who is eager to start their journey in education with a Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship.  The successful candidate will work as part of the Special Educational Needs Support Team in supporting and including pupils with learning difficulties/disabilities. You will be working in the Secondary School supporting students from Year 7 to Year 11..  

About you:  

The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic, supportive and compassionate individual committed to assisting our pupils and providing a positive learning environment.  

Skillset will include:  

• Adequate level of literacy and numeracy (GCSE grade C or Equivalent in English & Maths); 

• Knowledge of/willingness to learn about children development, education and school curriculum

• You will have good communication and IT Skills as well as being organized and having attention to detail.  

Please see job description for full list of skills, duties and responsibilities. 

About us:   

Smestow Academy recently joined Matrix Academy Trust in January 2023. We have a shared belief that no child should fail and are committed to improve life chances of all pupils through outstanding teaching. We offer opportunities for staff to coach and support each other and also offer a range of staff benefits including the Tech Scheme and an Employee Assistance Programme.  

We are committed to fostering a culture that values the health and well-being of all employees at Matrix Academy Trust. We are proud to offer a comprehensive well-being package to all employees, including access to 24/7 online GP, physiotherapy services and counselling services. We also offer all employees annual health checks which includes the flu jab, BMI checks and a general discussion with a qualified Nurse.  

To apply please visit our apprenticeship provider on https://lmpgroup.bamboohr.com/careers/2905

Application Deadline: 10th January 2025  

Please note that suitable candidates will be called for interview and we reserve the right to remove any advertised role early   

Matrix Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and preemployment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education