We are looking for a talented, energetic and passionate Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team. The successful candidate must be able to build positive relationships quickly with students, some of which may have complex needs, and make a distinct and positive contribution to the school. 35 hours per week / 39 weeks per year (term time plus one week) 8.15 am to 3.45 pm, Monday – Friday (with 30 mins for lunch) APT&C Grade 3 point 5-6 (Single Status generic job description E9001c) FTE Salary: £24,790 (pro-rata: £20,238)Who are we looking for?We welcome candidates who share our belief, that our diverse and amazing students deserve the very best! Therefore, the successful candidates will:Play a part in embedding our shared vision and ethos across all areas of the CollegeBe a TCOLC Character role model, embodying our four pillars: Intellectual, Moral, Community and Performance Ensure students are well supported to develop the knowledge and behaviours that will enable them to flourish, even in the face of challenges Be passionate about working in an inclusive, multi-faith and multi-cultural community and understand the importance of engaging parents/carers and community leaders in the education of our students Will always act in the best interests of children through ensuring highly effective safeguarding procedures Be a team player, who relishes the opportunity to work with colleagues across the whole College Be highly motivated and demonstrate an ability to learn. Who are we? The City of Leicester College is a thriving multi-cultural 11-19 college, with 1750+ students on roll, which includes a highly successful sixth form of 350+. Whilst we are the largest school in the city, we maintain a distinct identity and prioritise the health and wellbeing of our staff and students alike. In recent years, we have made huge changes to ensure that ambition sits at the heart of everything we do. The changes we have made to curriculum, behaviour and personal development programs have seen us deliver the best exam results we have ever had by some considerable margin. We can offer: a challenging, rewarding inner-city multi-cultural, multi-faith community a school where we are truly ambitious for the community that we serve a supportive and purposeful induction evidence driven and research informed CPD that is tailored to you a fantastic, well-resourced inspiring learning environment committed, enthusiastic, creative staff and students a friendly and supportive working environment where staff work as a team to deliver student success access to excellent technology resources Equal Opportunities: As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. Closing date for applications: The closing date for this position is 9:00am on Monday 6th January 2025. Interested candidates are advised to apply as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified deadline if a suitable candidate is found.
Interviews will be held in the same or following week but may take place sooner. References will be sought from the short-listed candidates nominated referees prior to interview.