TEACHING ASSISTANT
Pate's Grammar School, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 0HGThis job expired on 14 January 2022 – see similar jobs
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
14 January 2022 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
16 September 2021
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
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- 32.5 hours per week Monday to Friday (8.40am to 3.40pm)
Contract type
- Fixed term - To start as soon as possible until the end of Term 6
Full-time equivalent salary
- FTE £19,698pa (actual salary is £14,808.96pa)
Actual salary
- £14,808.96pa
TEACHING ASSISTANT job summary
Teaching Assistant
Start Date – ASAP
Part-time / 32.5 hours per week
(Monday to Friday 8.40am – 3.40pm)
NJC Pay Scale 6
FTE £19,698pa (actual salary is £14,808.96pa)
We have an exciting opportunity for a Teaching Assistant to support students with a range of special needs, including physical difficulties, to join a team of enthusiastic support staff
The ideal candidate will have energy and enthusiasm, with existing expertise or qualifications relevant to the role.
Hours are Monday to Friday 8.40am to 3.40pm. Term time only. This is a temporary position until the end of the Term 6 with the possibility of the contract becoming permanent
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, and volunteers, to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check
JOB/PERSON SUMMARY
A Teaching Assistant is required for September 2022, to support a pupil with Special Educational Needs and general classroom duties. Pate’s is looking for a Teaching Assistant for 32.5 Hours (Monday - Friday 8.40am-3.40pm), to join a team of enthusiastic support staff. The position is temporary until the end of Term 6 and term time only, with the possibility of the contract becoming permanent. The successful candidate will have energy and enthusiasm, with existing expertise or qualifications relevant to the role of a supporting a student with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
DUTIES
This job description describes in general terms the normal duties which the post-holder will be expected to undertake. However, the job or duties described may vary or be amended from time to time without changing the level of responsibility associated with the post.
Also included in the duties of the post-holder are the 24 non-teaching tasks transferred from teachers to support staff in accordance with the workforce remodelling agenda.
Teaching and Learning:
• Assist in the educational and social development of pupils under the direction and guidance of the head master, SENCO and class teachers.
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Programmes for children and help monitor their progress contributing to review meetings as appropriate.
• Provide support for individual pupils inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities.
• Work with other professionals, such as speech therapists and occupational therapists, as necessary.
• Assist class teachers with maintaining pupil records.
• Support pupils with emotional or behavioural problems and help develop their social skills.
• Assist teachers in maintaining high expectations and levels of behaviour.
Standards and quality assurance:
• Support the aims and ethos of the school.
• Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance.
• Attend team and staff meetings, if appropriate.
• Be proactive in matters relating to health and safety.
Other duties and responsibilities:
• To be aware of school procedures and support the work of the school, as outlined in policy documents and the School Development Plan.
• To have due regard for issues of confidentiality, referring parents to the class teacher or head master and to report appropriate information from parents, or outside agencies to the class teacher.
• To understand the regulations with regard to child protection and safeguarding of children
SEND at Pate’s
It is our vision to develop a culture of diversity and inclusion within the school where all students feel fully accepted as individuals and are able to participate fully in Pate's life. We are committed to removing barriers to learning and ensuring access for all pupils; all pupils with special educational needs or disabilities (SEND) are valued and respected members of the school.
Whilst Pate’s is a selective grammar school, some pupils have specific learning difficulties, communication and interaction difficulties, social, emotional or mental health difficulties, a disability, or medical condition which can affect learning. As a school we are committed to supporting all students to achieve their full potential and the principles of inclusion of SEND students will be applied to all students needing additional help and support even if only for a short length of time.
Our SENDCO coordinates SEND Provision across the school and our TAs work with students who have specific needs and/or an Education, Health and Support Plan (EHCP). The majority of student needs can be met by Quality First Teaching within the classroom, but a few students may require further individualised support.
We also have a staffed Pastoral Hub for students who require individual support at times during the school day.
Commitment to safeguarding
Pate's Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks. The above responsibilities are subject to the general duties and responsibilities contained in the Statement of Conditions of Employment. The duties of this post may vary over time. The person undertaking this role is expected to work within the policies, ethos and aims of the school and to carry out other duties as needed. The post holder will be expected to have an agreed flexible working pattern.
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About Pate's Grammar School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
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- School size
- 1243 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Pate's Grammar School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- jobs@patesgs.org
- Phone number
- 01242 523169
Welcome to Pate’s. We are a unique and special school. Founded back in 1574, today we are a selective co-educational grammar school that cherishes and treasures our rich tradition, yet we are also known both regionally and nationally for being forward-thinking and leading the way with educational developments.
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