Advanced Teaching Assistant
Location: Ripon, North Yorkshire
Start Date: January 2025
Salary: £17,479.09 - £18,319.90 per annum
Contract Type: Part Time, 0.75 FTE, Fixed Term
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? If so, we want you to join our dedicated team at an excellent Client Secondary School in Ripon, North Yorkshire, to work asan Advanced Teaching Assistant, starting in January 2025.This position is ideal for individuals who aspire to make a significant difference in the lives of students and contribute to their educational journey.
About the School:
* Graded by Ofsted as ‘Outstanding’ in quality of education, personal development, leadership and management and sixth-form provision.
* With an emphasis on fostering a culture of success and a conducive environment for learning, the school prioritizes placing students at the centre of everything they do.
* They strive to ensure that all students feel valued and have access to the support they need to succeed.
* Beyond the classroom, the school provides numerous enrichment activities, including sports, arts, and clubs, to help students discover and develop their passions and talents.
* Their collaborative approach helps create a supportive network that benefits students and the broader community alike.
* Through its values, programs, resources, and commitment to inclusivity, the school strives to empower students to become well-rounded individuals ready to make a positive impact on the world.
Advanced Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:
* Work closely with teachers and other support staff to develop and implement individualized support plans for students with special needs.
* Assist students by creating a culture of success, ensuring they have a positive attitude to learning to increase their life chances, attainment and social and emotional development.
* Deliver intervention programmes to individuals and small groups, preparing relevant and appropriate learning experiences in conjunction with the department staff.
* Track and monitor student life-skill targets and/or EHCP outcomes.
* Assessing student progress and providing feedback to teachers and SENCOs.
* Supervising students during activities, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
* Contributing to the overall school community through active participation.
Advanced Teaching Assistant Requirements:
* Relevant qualifications and certifications as a Teaching Assistant or a Degree related to Education or Psychology.
* Specialism in SEN and/or EAL is desirable.
* Proven experience working with secondary school students, particularly those with special needs.
* Understanding of Special Educational Needs (SEN) and experience working with students with diverse learning needs.
* Passion for education and a genuine desire to make a difference.
* Ability to adapt and work collaboratively in a dynamic educational environment.
* Knowledge of behaviour management techniques and strategies for supporting students with SEN.
* Hold an Enhanced DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for a new one.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
For more information, or to apply for the role of Advanced Teaching Assistant in Ripon, North Yorkshire, please call Kerry Fowler at GSL Education or submit an up to date CV via the application link. Alternatively, please visit the official GSL Education website to apply online.