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SEN Teaching Assistant
Job Posted: a day ago
Salary: £ 12.75 - 13 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent
Location: BH23, East Parley, Dorset
Expire in: a month
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated and kind-hearted Teaching Assistant to join the team at Portfield School.
Our Teaching Assistants are vital in ensuring each student reaches their full potential. Each TA does this by developing a positive working relationships with our students understanding their likes, dislikes and interests so that all lessons are personalised.
Working at Portfield School is unbelievably rewarding and we guarantee that no two days will be the same, this does come with some challenges which may be both physically and emotionally demanding at times however you will not be alone, on going support will always be available from your team members, line manager, Leadership team, mental Health First aiders or our Employee Assistance programme.
We love celebrating all the amazing achievements here at school whether it’s painting a picture, preparing and trying new food, being able to solve a tricky maths equation or a short conversation with someone new! All of these elements to a students journey you could be apart of, there really is no better feeling!
Hours of work:
Monday - 08:30am - 4pm
Tuesday - 08:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday - 08:30am - 4pm
Thursday - 08:30am - 4pm
Friday - 08:30am - 3:30pm
What it's like to work with our students
To be successful as a Teaching Assistant, we are looking for someone who:
* Can easily adapt themselves in different situations
* Has a fun and supportive nature
* Doesn’t hesitate to play and get messy
* Displays a calm approach, even when under pressure
* Will support with personal care such as nappies and toilet training
* Can participate in any exercise and activities required
* Will use their initiative where needed
In addition, to the feel good factor
* Blue Light discount card
* SEN allowance ofup to £1,400 (after successful 6 month probation period or depending on previous experience, pro rata)
* "Refer a friend" scheme - earn £400 per person, that you refer!
* Exclusive access to our employee portal with discounts on days out, hundreds of shops and website.
* Health cash back plan to receive money back of dental, options and other treatments
* Salary sacrifice schemes for various electrical devices and bikesand many more
* A 24 Hour Employee Assistance Programme that provides practical information and support on issues like money management, family and legal information.
* We also have a network of Mental Health First Aiders to provide support you in the event you experience issues relating to your mental health.
If you have any questions and would like to discuss the role in more detail, please call the Talent Team on (phone number removed).
Carly will be happy to help!
Apply now by completing the application form. In line with our safeguarding commitment, we are unable to progress any application with only a CV.
All successful candidates will be subject to disclosure and barring service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
If you want to learn more click here or take a look or come and meet us as we are always happy to show people around our school and the specialist facilities we have created including Forest school classroom, Sensory Multi use games area, Sensory rooms, Swimming pool and a rotunda to name just a few.
Our commitment
We welcome applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this. Anyone with any form of disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in order to participate in the job application or interview process. As part of our commitment to providing reasonable adjustments, please let us know if you require support to complete your application.
Autism unlimited is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. Any vacancy we have will be filled based on qualifications and best fit without any reference to race, colour, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.
All successful candidates will be subject to disclosure and barring checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Closing date: 11th May 2025
Interviews: Week commencing: 12th May 2025Before You Apply
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