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  • Closing date

    6 October 2024 at 11:59pm

  • Date listed

    20 September 2024

Job details

Job role

  • Teaching assistant

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Subjects

Special Education Needs (SEN), Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant

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:

- 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

  • Previous experience working with children, particularly in an educational or care setting

  • IDEALLY experience working with children/ young people with SEN / SEMH needs

  • MUST be educated with GCSE Maths 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 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 MAY EXTEND OR CLOSE THIS ROLE SO PLEASE EXPRESS EARLY INTEREST


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.

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About Greenacre School

School type
Academy, ages 3 to 19
School size
336 pupils enrolled
Age range
3 to 19

School location

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