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Job role
- Learning support or cover supervisor
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- TSAT C/D Scale £18,327 - £24,234 per annum (£13,629 - £18,021 for hours and weeks stated)
Specialist TA with BSL job summary
Specialist Teaching Assistant with BSL
Salary: TSAT C/D Scale £18,327 - £24,234 per annum (£13,629 - £18,021 for hours and weeks stated)
Hours per week: 32.5
Week per year: 39
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 31st October 2021
Interview Date : TBC
All Faiths Children’s Academy is a one form entry school with a well-established provision for deaf children in a primary mainstream setting. We currently have an exciting opportunity to extend our Total Communication provision to include a Specialist Teaching Assistant to work within the provision (we offer communication through signing as well as oral/ aural communication) and mainstream school.
As part of the Thinking Schools Academy Trust we are committed to an ethos of excellence and a whole school approach to the teaching and learning of thinking skills.
What you will need to succeed:
Qualification in BSL Level 1 or above essential.
Passion for working with deaf children and championing their education and well-being.
High level of numeracy and literacy (GCSE's at Grade C or equivalent in Maths and English) and good IT skills.
The ability to support deaf children through high quality BSL so that they can fully access classroom learning.
Recent experience supporting deaf pupils with their studies in education and an understanding of the different needs of deaf learners.
A proven track record of supporting and promoting pupil independence.
A good knowledge of the needs of pupils in EYFS/KS1/KS2.
Some knowledge of SEN.
Enthusiasm, commitment and resilience.
High expectations of all our children regardless of need.
Flexibility and a commitment to team-working.
Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with staff and students.
What you will get in return from All Faiths Children’s Academy:
A small and vibrant team who offer a supportive induction program. On-going support through team meetings and professional development days.
High expectations for all members of the school community.
Supportive staff within the school and amongst the Trust.
Free on-site car parking.
Discounted gym membership at Thinking Fitness.
What you need to do now:
If you are interested in working in a well-established provision for deaf children, benefiting from a large support network and you are keen to progress your career, then please apply today!
For more information or to arrange a visit please contact Alice Atkinson, our Teacher in Charge of the Deaf provision at: office@allfaithschildrensacademy.org.uk
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
Further information about the job
The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Visas cannot be sponsored.
If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can
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Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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About All Faiths Children's Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 221 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
At All Faiths, we want to transform the life chances of every child who walks through our door by providing a cognitive approach to education which promotes aspiration and fosters a love of learning within a safe, purposeful and nurturing environment. We hold high aspirations and standards for all members of our school community and work in partnership with all stakeholders for the benefit of all of our children
We believe that children only thrive when they are happy and feel safe in their environment. Therefore we work tirelessly to ensure that:
There are high expectations for every child
Every lesson matters therefore they should be exciting and motivate children to think and learn
Every child is treated as an individual and with dignity.
Every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances
Children learn to play and learn together understanding
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