Digital Teaching Assistant (E-Sports)

Join the Nexus team as a Digital Teaching Assistant (E-Sports)

Position: Digital Teaching Assistant (Esports)

Hours and Salary: 19.5 hours per week

Level 1, NJC 4 FTE £26,017 (Actual salary £11,865.86)

School and Location: 300 Meadowhall Way, Sheffield, S9 1EA

Contract type: Part Time/Temporary/Term Time Only

Closing date: 14/08/2026

Shortlisting date: 17/08/2026

Interview date: 19/08/2026

About Digital at Enterprise Works

Nexus Multi Academy Trust's Digital Hub, based at Enterprise Works in Sheffield, is an innovative learning environment dedicated to preparing young people for success in the digital world. The Hub delivers engaging and digital learning opportunities, supporting learners to develop the skills, knowledge and confidence needed for their next steps in education, employment and independent adulthood.

Through a range of digital and esports programmes, learners can access recognised digital qualifications, develop essential employability skills and explore pathways into growing sectors such as esports, computing, digital media and creative industries. We believe that every young person should have access to opportunities that inspire ambition and help them discover their potential.

Our vision is to equip young people with the skills and aspirations needed to thrive in an increasingly digital society, ensuring that every learner can access meaningful pathways that lead to positive and successful futures.

About the Trust

This is an exciting opportunity to join an award winning Multi Academy Trust and be part of a welcoming and supportive team that serves amazing children and young people. Nexus Multi Academy Trust was founded in 2016, with 19 unique SEND and mainstream academies.

We are a growing, forward thinking and innovative Trust with a shared ethos, vision and values for a personalised child centred approach. We are committed and invested in “Learning together, to be the best we can be” and it is as relatable to every employee and partner of our Trust as it is to our children, young adults and their families.

Please see a copy of our most recent prospectus and workforce engagement statement for further information.

Our Opportunity

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, enthusiastic, hardworking and flexible Digital Teaching Assistant (Esports) to join a team of dedicated staff who are committed to providing an excellent learning environment and becoming part of a successful and innovative team based at the Trust's Digital Hub at Enterprise Works.

Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant who has worked within a mainstream or specialist education setting, or someone with exceptional vocational skills, digital expertise, esports experience or a real drive to make a difference in young people's lives, you will be committed to supporting learners to achieve their full potential. You will help develop aspirations for future education, employment and careers within the digital sector whilst promoting a positive and inclusive culture in everything you do.

Knowledge of SEND 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 and wellbeing of learners and facilitate their access to learning by responding to individual needs, which may include personal care and hygiene needs where required.

Through your excellent interpersonal skills, you will support learners to engage positively in digital and esports programmes, contribute to monitoring progress and achievement, and help young people recognise and celebrate their successes. You will work closely with teachers and colleagues to provide high-quality support within lessons, small group activities and one-to-one interventions.

You will be working as part of a team supporting the delivery of digital qualifications, esports programmes and employability-focused learning opportunities. As part of the Trust's Digital Hub, you will help create meaningful experiences that provide learners with a gateway into digital futures, developing the skills, confidence and aspirations needed to progress into further education, training and employment. You will be part of a committed staff team motivated every day by improving the life chances of our children and young people.

What you can expect from us

Wellbeing – Pay – Careers and Training – Annual Leave and Flexibility

Access to free wellbeing support resources including counselling, medical and legal advice and an option to top up to private healthcare via corporate membership of a healthcare plan.

Access to discount schemes for savings with high street retailers, restaurants, activities and lifestyle services

Auto enrolment into a leading pension scheme with Teachers Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme

Access to extensive and tailored career pathways, CPD programmes, training and coaching giving you the opportunity to grow and develop your career

An Induction package to help you settle in and approach your role with confidence and enthusiasm

The ability to contribute to and share quality practice with other professional TAs, Teachers and the wider team

Internal opportunities across the Trust academies and to work with specialised leaders in education on nationally recognised projects

Flexible working policies

Cycle to Work Scheme

Annual leave increases based on length of service plus bank holidays for support staff

To apply

If you're interested in this role and wish to apply, please visit the Nexus MAT website to download an application form. Once on the Nexus MAT website, select the Joining Us – Careers section, click on the position you wish to apply for, and the application can be found at the bottom of the page.

All candidates are advised to refer to the job profile before making an application.

Completed applications to be sent to: hr@nexusmat.org

In line with safer recruitment practices and Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), curriculum vitae (CV’s) will only be accepted alongside a full application form

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Further information

For an informal and confidential conversation about the role, please contact Lliam Dickinson ldickinson2@nexusmat.org

Nexus Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

This post involves working with children and young people. If successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records check at an enhanced level and a barred list check. Further information about the Disclosure and Barring Service and can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce.

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