Teaching Assistant (Grade 4)
Greenacre School, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S70 6RGThis job expired on 4 November 2024 – see similar jobs
Closing date
4 November 2024 at 9am
Date listed
8 October 2024
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £19,802.11 - £21,106.31 Annually (Actual) 33 hours a week, term time plus 5 days
Teaching Assistant (Grade 4) job summary
Teaching Assistant (Grade 4) Barnsley, South Yorkshire Grade 4 £19,802 - £21,106 annual (ACTUAL SALARY) 33 hours p/w term time ONLY including 5 inset days We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to support our educational team in fostering a positive learning environment for children. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children, particularly those with special educational needs. This role is essential in helping to create an inclusive atmosphere where all students can thrive and reach their full potential.
ABOUT US Greenacre School is one of the UK’s largest special schools, educating over 300 children and young people aged 3 to 19 with severe and complex learning disabilities. In addition to the main site, the school has a number of satellite classes, which are based within local mainstream settings. This model supports Greenacre’s steadfast commitment to social inclusion. https://greenacre-school.co.uk/ Our school is proud to offer a supportive team; high quality personalised training and an opportunity to work with utterly fabulous children and young people as outlined in our VALUES - Environment - Inclusion - Commitment - Connections - Wellbeing - Magic!
THE ROLE
As a Grade 4 Teaching Assistant at our school in Barnsley, you will offer more than classroom support. You will make connections, develop relationships and lead our pupils on the path to a bright future. This will include working under the guidance of a teacher to support the academic and personal development of children throughout the school day. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of young learners while working alongside a passionate team of educators. Some duties include:
Leading small and whole class group work
Assist the lead teacher in delivering engaging lessons and activities tailored to the needs of each student.
Support children with special educational needs, ensuring they receive appropriate care and attention.
Help manage classroom behaviour by implementing strategies that promote positive interactions among students.
Collaborate with teachers and other staff to develop individual education plans for students requiring additional support.
Observe and document student progress, providing feedback to the teaching team on their development.
Maintain a clean and organised classroom environment conducive to learning.
THE CANDIDATE
Experience in a school or similar setting
IDEALLY experience working with children/ young people with SEN / SEND needs
MUST be educated with GCSE Math's and English or equivalent
Ability to communicate effectively with children, adapting language and approach as necessary.
SALARY/ HOURS
Starting salary for a grade 4 Teaching Assistant is £19,802.11 actual annual salary (£25,584 FTE) working 33 hours per week Mon-Fri term time only + 5 inset days + amazing benefits working for our Wellspring trust https://wellspringacademytrust.co.uk/careers/why-join-us/
NEXT STEPS
For more information please refer to the job description attached. If you are interested in this excellent opportunity simply click APPLY NOW alternatively if you have additional questions then please reach out to Caroline the Recruitment Manager: recruitment@sppartnership.co.uk
We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We want our people to reflect our diverse communities and create a safe space in which everyone belongs. We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds and especially those from under-represented groups including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.
Safeguarding We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks and appropriate references. All posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
If this post isn't for you, check out our other vacancies. You can find these here. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
About Greenacre School
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 19
- School size
- 336 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 19
- Ofsted report
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