Teaching Assistant level 2 (plus SEN Allowance)
Ref: SCH-VAT-0239 8 day(s) remaining Establishment: Gorton Primary School Location: Manchester Salary: 18941.00 - 20510.00 Department: Educational Support Job Type: Part Time Closing Date: 07/02/2025 12:00 Interview Date: 13/02/2025 Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: TTO Plus - Term time only plus weeks Hours per Week: 32.50 Weeks per Year: 44.650 Pay Grade: NJC | SCP6 - SCP11
The Role
Gorton Primary School is part of Vantage CE Academies Trust which was set up in 2012 and is one of 10 schools across Manchester, Trafford, Salford, Bolton and Knowsley. It is a place of learning where all are inspired to achieve together.
At the heart of our vision is a shared curriculum and approach to teaching and learning across our schools. The International Primary Curriculum and its eight learning goals are deeply embedded across all our academies – providing both rigour and internationally recognised standards for all pupils. The goals, which are shared by everyone in our schools, are:
* Resilient
* Ethical
* Communicator
* Collaborator
* Thinker
* Adaptable
* Empathetic
* Respectful
We are seeking to appoint an outstanding Teaching Assistant 2 1:1 to work in our resource provision unit, who has:
* Successful experience of working with children in a school or nursery setting
* Successful experience of working with children with SEN needs
* The highest standards for themselves and children
* A passion to be part of a creative and personalised approach to learning
* A commitment to be part of a team to secure the best outcomes for children
In response, we can offer successful candidates:
* An inclusive and diverse school community
* Friendly, motivated, committed and highly skilled staff
* Opportunities to work with colleagues from across Vantage Academy Trust
* A firm commitment to your professional development
* A supportive Leadership team
* A strong focus on staff wellbeing and offer an extensive staff benefits package
Actual Salary £20,063 per annum (including SEN allowance) TTO + 5 Days
Hours of work: 8:30am - 3:30pm Monday - Friday, with a 30 minute unpaid lunch break.
We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. Appointment to this post will be subject to safer recruitment procedures including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
References will be requested prior to interview.
Benefits
Qualifications
* Good qualifications in both English and Maths Essential
* NVQ level 2/3 or equivalent in relevant discipline or willingness to work towards Desirable
Skills
* Committed Essential
* Dedicated Essential
* Focused Essential
* Great teamworking Essential
Experience
* Current first aid certificate Desirable
* Ability to use their own initiative and have a positive attitude towards the school ethos as well as be adaptable in situations Essential
* Excellent communication skills with children, staff, parents and the wider community Essential
Personal Qualities
* Sense of Humour Essential
* A proven track record of good attendance Essential
Relevant Skills
* Ability to work under supervision, as a member of a team and individually Essential
* A strong commitment supporting children’s learning and good behaviour Essential
Relevant Experience
* Experience of working with children with SEND/ additional needs Essential
* Skills to engage and motivate children in small groups Essential
Vantage Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. Vantage Academies Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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