Teaching Assistant

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team in our large secondary academy. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and support staff to help students access learning, build confidence, and achieve their potential. This role is ideal for someone who is patient, positive and passionate about making a different in young people's lives., Supporting students in lessons, both in small groups and on a one-to-one basis
- Assisting teachers with classroom activities and resources
- Helping to promote positive behaviour and engagement
- Supporting students with additional learning or pastoral needs
- Contributing to a safe, inclusive, and encouraging learning environment

Enjoys working with young people and building positive relationships
- Has good communication and teamwork skills
- Is flexible, reliable, and proactive
- Has experience working with children or young people (desirable but not essential)

We offer:
- A welcoming and supportive staff team
- Opportunities for training and professional development
- Experience in a large, dynamic secondary school environment

If you are passionate about education and supporting students to help them achieve their potential we would be very pleased to hear from you.

At John Port Spencer Academy, we believe in unlocking the potential of every student and supporting them to achieve the very best. Every child has a champion - staff dedicated to nurturing their talents, ambitions, and wellbeing. Our university-style campus offers a vibrant, inspiring environment where curiosity thrives, and learning knows no bounds. Our values of joy, progress, success, and acting with care, kindness, respect, and integrity guide everything we do. Joining our team means becoming part of a collaborative, innovative community, passionate about making a real difference every day and supporting each other to grow professionally and personally.

About John Port Spencer Academy
John Port Spencer Academy is a thriving, forward-thinking school at the heart of our community, serving over 2,000 students from Year 7 through Sixth Form. Our university-style campus, with dedicated subject teaching spaces, specialist science labs, arts facilities, and extensive sports facilities, creates a wonderful environment for both students and staff. We offer a broad, ambitious curriculum designed to challenge students and help them excel academically, personally, and socially. Every student has a champion here - staff who guide, support, and celebrate their achievements. We have a strong community spirit and high expectations. For staff, John Port is a place to grow, collaborate, and contribute to something truly special, where everyone is encouraged and excellence is celebrated.