(SPECIALIST) TEACHING & LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANTGrade & Scale point: 4, Scp 5-7
Salary: £23,500-£24,294 FTE, £18,225-£18,840 Actual, £12.18-£12.59/hr
Hours of work: 33.3 hours per week, Monday - Friday
Contracts: Permanent, Term-time + 5 training days
Start date: ASAP following pre-employment checksWe pride ourselves on our outstanding quality of education and are seeking to strengthen and increase our team through the appointment of a (Specialist) Teaching & Learning Support Assistant. Many of our pupils have complex medical needs as well as learning, physical and/or communication difficulties. You will be expected to work across the school individually with pupils and/or with groups in class. The pupils require high levels of adult support not only to access the school curriculum but also with personal care routines. JOB REQUIREMENTS: • Contribute to planning and evaluation of learning, providing detailed and regular feedback to teachers on learners’ attainment, progress, behaviour and attitudes to learning • Supervises and provides specialist support for individuals with SEN, disabilities, personal and health needs, EAL, etc. ensuring their safety and access to learning activities • Support the academic, social, emotional and development of individuals and groups of learners understanding clearly how children, young people and vulnerable adults with complex and Special Educational Needs learn • Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education / Behaviour Plans and Personal Care programmes • Sets challenging and demanding expectations and promotes self-esteem and independence
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE: • Understanding of National Curriculum, EYFS Guidance and other codes of practice e.g. SEN, Equalities, Safeguarding • Effective use of ICT to support teaching and learning • Ability to interact well using courtesy, tact and diplomacy and negotiation skills • Ability to establish professional, effective working relationships with a range of partners/colleagues and children and young people. AS A MEMBER OF HUMBER EDUCATION TRUST, WE OFFER: • Commitment to securing the very best provision and outcomes for all children. • A Trust with expertise in every area of the curriculum, both in primary and special settings, through our Teaching & Learning Ambassadors and peer networks. • Outstanding individually tailored continual professional development for staff at all levels. • Staff who feel valued and supported in their roles. • A caring and safe environment where we recognise the diverse needs of our community, ensuring our young people from all backgrounds thrive. • Ethical working with mutual respect and collaboration. HOW TO APPLY: Please download our Application Form and save it to your desktop. Once complete, please upload your application to ETeach via the 'Upload application' button and submit via the 'Submit Application' button. You may also attach a cover letter/supporting statement if you wish. Once you have clicked on 'Submit Application', your application document(s) will be sent directly to the school.All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. Early application is encouraged. We will review applications throughout the advertising period and therefore reserve the right to close the advert early should sufficient applications be received. Closing date for completed applications: 8am, Monday 11 November 2024Interviews to be held: Friday 15 November 2024If you have any queries regarding the role or application process, please contact Claire Turner, HR Administrator. Contact details are available in the applicant pack attached.
CONDITIONAL OFFER: Any offer of employment to this post will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure Barring Service, Children’s Barred List Check, Section 128 check where applicable, identity checks, medical clearance, proof of qualifications, satisfactory references and eligibility to work in the UK checks. An online search will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates. Those shortlisted for interview will also be required to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children.