The Aspire Federation Oakfield High School & College Long Lane Hindley Wigan WN2 4XA Salary: Grade 4, 18,647 - 19,551 per annum. 12.85 - 13.47 per hour 32.5 hours per week, term time plus one extra week working 39 weeks per year. Required to start as soon as possible. Please note we will be holding a drop-in session at Oakfield High School and College on Wednesday 30th April 3.15 pm this will be for candidates to have a look around school if you wish to book onto this tour please email or ring the school to confirm. Candidates must have GCSE English and Maths, Grade C or equivalent relevant qualification and NVQ level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or minimum 12 months experience working with children. Proof must be provided. Aspire is a dynamic and flourishing organisation. Everyone including parents, learners, staff and governors are an important part of our community team where views are encouraged and valued. We are two outstanding schools and are proud of our exceptional success and numerous achievements. At Aspire we are committed to Aiming High, Reaching All. What is it like to work at Aspire? At Aspire you will find: A highly professional and driven staff team who support each other. Extensive and high-quality professional development opportunities with a focus upon coaching and mentoring. Real opportunities to thrive and grow. A genuine and bespoke staff wellbeing programme based on our wellbeing charter. A quality environment with high performing staff and learners whose key focus is teaching, learning and professional development. A can do ethos. Strong and caring relationships which are the foundation of everything we do. What are we looking for? At Aspire we welcome applications from people who show: Enthusiasm, commitment and resilience An understanding and application of outstanding classroom practice. A desire and drive that inspires and motivates our young people and colleagues who are able to develop positive relationships. A desire to work as part of a high performing team. Landgate School Landgate is a school for learners aged 4-19 with Autism and/or communication and interaction conditions. We are a small school with huge impact, dedicated to improving outcomes for learners and their families in the Wigan borough and beyond. We demonstrate extraordinary dedication, outward thinking and inspirational teaching, learning and sensory practice. At Landgate, our mission is Bringing Learning to Life through readiness and engagement for learning and targeted, purposeful and innovative learning opportunities. Our learners are encouraged to become confident, happy, independent young adults and valued members of the wider community. Oakfield High School and College Oakfield is a School and College for learners aged 11-19 years with complex learning needs. We are extremely proud of our school, the achievements of our learners, the expertise, dedication and commitment of our staff, our amazing environment and our reputation for providing an exceptional education to learners in our school and beyond. Learning today for our tomorrow encapsulates our deep commitment to raising achievement and future aspirations. Our inspirational learning climate focuses on the whole young person. We have an unshakable belief that every learner has the potential to succeed, achieve, fulfil their dreams and make a valuable contribution to society. Please be advised that although initially based at Oakfield High School, the post holder may have the unique and exciting opportunity to work across all of the Federated Sites. The Role Please note if you are applying for this role you must have English and Maths, Grade C or above or an equivalent relevant qualification in Numeracy and Literacy. Proof will need to be provided. We are in an exciting position and looking to appoint highly motivated, enthusiastic, energetic and resilient Level 2 Teaching Assistants (numerous posts). The successful candidates will have evidence of outstanding classroom practice and be able to develop positive relationships, inspire and motivate, engage and challenge learners to achieve. Candidates should be willing to operate as part of the staff team supporting the learning, wellbeing and personal development of all learners under the direction of Senior Leaders, Teaching and Pastoral staff. Successful candidates may be expected to work in any phase across school, although it is not essential that they have prior experience of each phase. They will be expected to work with learners within the general classroom setting or by providing individual 1:1/small group support. Candidates are encouraged to visit our website and social media to discover more about Oakfield High School and The Aspire Federation. Perspective applicants can request further information and ask questions via email to: hrtheaspirefederation.org.uk Closing date: 23:59 on Monday 5 th May 2025 Interview date: To be confirmed This role is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus Child and Adult barred list check The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this same commitment. To view the details relating to this position and to access the application form, please click the links below: