Teaching Assistant for Children and Young People with a Vision Impairment
Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council
Lotus Academy · Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber
Teaching Assistant - Level 2 at Lotus Academy, based in Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber. This is a permanent role.
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We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, enthusiastic, hardworking and flexible Teaching Assistant to join a team of dedicated staff who are committed to providing an excellent learning environment and become part of a successful team in a busy working environment.
Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant who has worked within a mainstream or specialist education setting, or someone who has exceptional vocational skills and a real drive to make a difference in children’s lives, you must be able to provide our children with aspirations for their futures along with promoting a positive culture in everything you do.
Knowledge of SEN will be advantageous and you must be able to respond to the emotional, social and mental health needs of our children and young people. You will be required to ensure the safety of our children and young people and facilitate their access to learning by responding to individual needs, which may include personal care and hygiene needs such as toileting and nappy changing.
Via your excellent interpersonal skills, you will have the opportunity to make judgements on the attainment and progress of our students and be able to help them celebrate success.
You will be working as part of a team supporting whole class lessons, group work and working one to one with pupils. You will be part of a committed staff team who are motivated every day by improving the life chances of our children and young people.
Reference: aab2368ace95e15ede655ef955d0dd06b2e6fdbf · Posted 5 hours ago · Closes 1 Nov 2026 · Listed via Lotus Academy
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