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Teaching Assistant
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 22,102 - 24,103 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: SG8, Meldreth, Cambridgeshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Location: Meldreth, Nr Royston, Cambridgeshire/Hertfordshire border
Salary: £12.37 - £13.49 per hour (£22,102.72 - £24,103.93 actual salary) depending on experience and qualifications
Hours: Full time - 40 hrs per week, Mon - Fri. Term time only
The School is an independent Special day school which provides a highly specialist learning environment for students aged 6 to 19 who have a range of MLD and SLD needs including autism spectrum disorders, ADHD and associated difficulties, who require an individualised, specialist approach. Many of our students have complex medical needs and sensory/ physical impairments. Our students are supported to manage sensory overload, anxiety, low self-esteem, low confidence, and difficulty with transitions which is often demonstrative through their behaviours.
We are a well resourced school with exceptional facilities and therapeutic team.
Due to the continued increase in our student role and expansion of the school provision we are currently looking for a Teaching Assistant to join our NAS accredited specialist team to create better outcomes and life chances for our students in their preparation for adult life.
Role responsibilities:
* Be crucial in supporting students with their learning, development and progress in all areas of the curriculum within a range of learning contexts including the classroom, the local environment and within the community
* Help young people with a range of needs, including PMLD, complex medical conditions and autism to achieve their educational and personal goals
* Support an environment that fosters equality, diversity and the rights of all young people to be seen as learners and be treated with respect
* Place an emphasis on support and empowerment of young people
* Develop a greater understanding of Special Education issues; the values for us and demonstrate these in all aspects of the role
* Provide high quality support in all aspects of the role
* The role may require participation in physical intervention and personal care routines
Duties will vary, you must expect to diversify and lend a hand wherever is required.
We are looking for candidates who are:
* Willing and able to work towards getting formal qualifications, attend training and to take responsibility for your own development - All fully funded by us
* Passionate and show compassion for children and young people with additional needs
* Ambitious and determined to overcome barriers to learning
* A lover of the outdoor and community learning
* Capable of having a vision to see potential rather than disability
* Committed fully to our safeguarding values and procedures
* Proactive, rather than reactive
* Creative thinkers with solution focus
* Able to work supportively as a team member and confidentially when working independently, within a range of settings
* Excellent communication skills, particularly in relation to our students communication needs
* Able to understand and deliver effective education and support in line with identified needs
* Educated to at least level 2 (or equivalent) Maths and English
What’s on Offer here?
We believe in supporting you as much as we support the children and young people in our care. Here’s a snapshot of the fantastic benefits waiting for you:
Grow with Us – Training & Development
Learning never stops here! We offer a wide range of training programmes and career development opportunities to help you build your skills and reach your goals.
Save Money on Everyday Essentials
With the rising cost of living, our Perkbox app helps you stretch your money further:
* Discounts on groceries, phone plans, internet, dining out, gym memberships & more
* Access to our Cycle to Work and Car Scheme
Access Wagestream – a financial wellbeing app that helps you track earnings, save, get expert money advice, and even access part of your pay early when needed.
Competitive Pay & Reward
We regularly benchmark our pay and benefits to stay ahead of the curve. You’ll enjoy:
* Enhanced Annual Leave
* Company Sick Pay
* Enhanced Pension
* Life Assurance
24/7 GP Access – For You & Your Household
Need a doctor? No problem. Book a phone or video appointment anytime, day or night. This service covers everyone in your household.
UK Health Cash Plan
Cover everyday healthcare costs like dental and optician bills. You and your children are included in the scheme, and you can upgrade to add your partner too!
Employee Assistance Programme
Your wellbeing matters. Get confidential support on a wide range of issues, including:
* Freephone counselling (available 24/7)
* Online tools and resources
Refer a Friend – Earn £1,000!
Know someone who’d be a great fit? Refer them and get rewarded!
(*Terms apply)
Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Group is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children."
The Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in our care and is a disability confident and equal opportunities employer. Please note that candidates that are shortlisted might be subject to an online search.
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