We're an 'Outstanding' (Ofsted January 2018) multi-campus special school supporting children and young people aged 4-19 with a wide range of special educational needs, including moderate, severe, and profound learning difficulties, complex learning difficulties, and those on the Autism spectrum. Our expanding team is looking for resilient and effective communicators to join us as permanent Teaching Assistants.
What the Role Involves:As a Teaching Assistant, you'll be vital in supporting our students. This role can be challenging and sometimes physically demanding, as some students require high levels of care, including intimate and personal care, assistance with eating and drinking, and administering medication. However, it is also incredibly rewarding.
While previous experience working with children and young people with learning or social communication difficulties is desirable, it's not essential, as full training will be provided. We encourage you to highlight any relevant skills or aptitudes in your application.
What We Offer You:- Flexible Working Hours: We offer various options, Monday to Friday, for 39 weeks per year (term time plus INSET days):
- Option 1: 8:45 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (30 hours per week: £17,212 pro-rata per annum)
- Option 2: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (15 hours per week: £8,606 pro-rata per annum)
- Alternative part-time hours may also be considered.
- Exceptional Career Progression: We are deeply committed to your development. Progress from Specialist Provision Teaching Assistant to Higher Level Teaching Assistant status, with opportunities even to Teacher level!
- Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy BCP Council benefits, an Employee Assistance Programme (including free counselling), paid after-school training sessions, and Long Service Awards.
- Supportive "Family" Environment: Join our inclusive team where we value diversity and provide outstanding service to our students.
- Multiple Campus Vacancies: We have opportunities across our Winton, West Howe, and Christchurch campuses. Your placement will be based on your skills, abilities, experience, and school requirements.
Please note, this role includes a 6-month mandatory probation period, which involves attending paid Monday after-school training sessions to enhance your skills.
Safeguarding Commitment:Our school is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to have an enhanced DBS check, as well as an overseas criminal records check if applicable. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
Apply Today!If you're ready to embark on a fulfilling career and genuinely make a difference, we want to hear from you! Please apply nor or call Paul Hirchfield on 01293 527416. paul.hirchfield@randstadeducation.co.uk
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