TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 2
Oakfield High School and College, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN2 4XAThis job expired on 31 October 2021 – see similar jobs
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
31 October 2021 at 11:59pm
Date listed
21 October 2021
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: 32.5
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- 14509
Actual salary
- 14509
TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 2 job summary
Oakfield High School and College are in an exciting position and looking to appoint highly motivated, enthusiastic, energetic and resilient Level 2 Teaching Assistants (numerous posts). The successful candidates will have evidence of outstanding classroom practice and be able to develop positive relationships, inspire and motivate, engage and challenge learners to achieve.
Candidates must have GCSE’s in English and Maths Grade C or above or equivalent level of qualification in both subjects (proof will be required). Also required is NVQ level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or minimum 12 months experience working with children.
(this information must be specified on your application form).
Candidates should be willing to operate as part of the staff team supporting the learning, wellbeing and personal development of all learners under the direction of Senior Leaders, Teaching and Pastoral staff. Successful candidates may be expected to work in any phase across school, although it is not essential that they have prior experience of each phase. They will be expected to work with learners within the general classroom setting or by providing individual 1:1/small group support.
At the Aspire Federation, we offer a targeted and comprehensive Professional Development Programme for all our staff, providing equal opportunities for all.
Please be advised that although initially based at Oakfield High School the post holder may have the unique and exciting opportunity to work across both the Federated Sites.
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 Oakfield High School and College
- School type
- Special school, ages 11 to 19
- School size
- 327 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- enquiries@admin.oakfield.wigan.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01942 776142
Oakfield High School / College provides for up to 275 mixed secondary aged learners from 11 – 19 years with complex learning difficulties. The learners have a range of difficulties including severe and moderate learning difficulties with associated behavioural problems. Some learners may also have medical conditions and / or physical disabilities that adversely affect their ability to learn.
It is an essential requirement that all post holders at The Aspire Federation are committed to working co-operatively and collaboratively in order to create an ethos in which all learners, commensurate with their needs and abilities:
develop a healthy lifestyle, and develop a positive self-image
feel safe at the School,
enjoy their education, and achieve the highest standards
are able to be positively involved in the wider community, and recognise their rights and responsibilities
are equipped with the skills, knowledge and understanding to enter the world of work.
Please be advised that although initially based at a specific site the post holder may be required to work across both the Federated Sites.
Arranging a visit to Oakfield High School and College
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email enquiries@admin.oakfield.wigan.sch.uk.
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