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Teaching Assistant Level 2 (TA2)

Newfield Secondary School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S8 9JP

This job expired on 5 July 2022 – see similar jobs

• Job start date

  1 September 2022

• Closing date

  5 July 2022 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  17 May 2022

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time, part time
• Contract type: Fixed term - 1 year in the first instance
• Full-time equivalent salary: £19,650 to £20,043
• Actual salary: £16,807 - £17,143 with under 5 years’ service

Teaching Assistant Level 2 (TA2) job summary

Post:  Teaching Assistant Level 2
Contract term: Temporary (for 1 year in the first instance)
Salary: Grade 3 (£19,650 to £20,043)
(actual £16,807 - £17,143 under 5 years’ service)
Contract Type: 37 hours per week/39 weeks per year
Commencement Date: September 2022

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Level 2 Teaching Assistant at Newfield School. Whilst this is a full-time role, part-time applicants would be considered. The successful candidate will provide in class support to SEND students within a variety of subject areas. The role will include working under the teacher’s direction to promote learning with students across continuous provision.

Ideal for someone wanting to pursue a career in teaching we are looking for a caring, motivated and flexible individual who has a commitment to raising standards. In addition to good numeracy and literacy skills, the essential requirements are excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Experience of working with young people in a school setting and providing general student support is essential.

Newfield School is part of Mercia Learning Trust, one of the most successful Trusts in the Yorkshire and Humber region, changes the lives of over 3000 children and young people in Sheffield and is continuing to grow.

You will be passionate and committed in supporting young people both in and out of the classroom and have a robust knowledge of how special educational needs can impact young people. You will have an understanding of the Curriculum and be enthusiastic in supporting the rapid progress of all students.

Applicants should be resilient, fast thinking and able to work independently. Most importantly, applicant will be passionate in supporting young people to achieve and thrive. This is a challenging position that requires a very disciplined and organised applicant. Each day will bring new challenges and hurdles but should provide immense satisfaction. Initially for one year there could be the opportunity for this to be extended for outstanding members of staff.

If this excites you and you believe you have the necessary skills for this role, we would welcome your interest and application.

To apply please submit a Trust application form to recruitment@merciatrust.co.uk
Please note we do NOT accept CV’s or Council application forms.

Closing date for applications is Tuesday 5 July 2022
Interviews are expected to take place week commencing 11 July

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 help you understand your next steps.

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 Newfield Secondary School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1057 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Newfield Secondary School website
• Email address: recruitment@merciatrust.co.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/newfield-secondary-school-sheffield

We believe that ‘Achievement Leads to Opportunity and Choice’ and our three core values underpin and drive all that we do for our students:

We are high performing because we are curious and have a thirst for knowledge. We are considerate and value our community. We succeed through commitment and relentless ambition.

Irrespective of starting point, family background or ability each and every child that walks through our school doors deserves a quality first education.

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