Teaching Assistant Grade C
Cann Bridge School, Plymouth, Devon, PL6 8EE17 days remaining to apply
Start date details
1st September 2025
Closing date
23 June 2025 at 9am
Date listed
4 June 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- Special Education Needs (SEN)
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £16,782.00 - £17,320.00 Annually (Actual)
Teaching Assistant Grade C job summary
We have opportunities for Teaching Assistants to join Cann Bridge, a special school for learners aged 4-19 with severe learning difficulties. Our school values reflect being aspirational, learner-focused, collaborative & progressive.
As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting learners with special educational needs, both inside and outside the classroom. Your responsibilities will include implementing individual education plans (IEPs) known as Personalised Learning Goals and personalised learning strategies, collaborating with teachers and professionals, assisting with personal care tasks and helping learners develop social and emotional skills.
Cann Bridge School is seeking candidates who are eager to develop the skills and knowledge necessary to become excellent Teaching Assistants. An appropriate Level 2 qualification is desirable, we also welcome candidates who are willing to work towards this qualification within their probationary period. We offer a comprehensive induction program, continuous professional development opportunities and clear pathways for career progression. We are looking for individuals who are calm, patient, have a good sense of humour and are committed to their own professional development.
We require additional Teaching Assistants for our growing pupil population and the increasing number of learners requiring 1:1 support. You have the chance to join us during this transformative period and make a meaningful difference in the growth and development of our learners. ‘Together, We Cann’ establish a positive & nurturing learning environment that caters to the diverse needs of our school community
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will need to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references.
Hours: 29.25 hrs per week. Mon 9.15 am – 4.00 pm, Tues-Friday 9.15 am to 3.30 pm
For any questions or to arrange a visit, please get in touch.
Commitment to safeguarding
Cann Bridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs are not accepted.
About Cann Bridge School
- School type
- Special school, ages 3 to 19
- School size
- 95 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Cann Bridge School website
Cann Bridge School is a registered Plymouth City Council Local Authority maintained special school for children and young people aged 3 to 19 years. Located in Estover, Plymouth, learners travel from Plymouth, Devon and Cornwall to learn, with capacity for 108 learners.
The school is designated as one for children and young people with complex needs; with their cognition and learning needs identifying a severe learning difficulty. Most learners have complex communication and interaction needs, including those identified as part of a specific learning difficulties associated with Downs Syndrome, Autistic Spectrum Condition, physical disabilities or a complex medical condition. All learners have an Education, Health and Care Plan.
To learn more about Cann Bridge School and the wonderful things happening, please visit our:
• Website: www.cannbridgeschool.co.uk
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/cannbridgeschool
• School Newsletters: www.cannbridgeschool.co.uk/families/newsletters-forms
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