Temporary (externally funded) Teaching Assistant STF
30 hours/39 weeks (Term time only)
Grade 4 pt. 5-6 pro rata
The Governors are seeking to appoint a part-time Teaching Assistant to cover a shortfall in support staff within our STF provision. The post will commence T.B.C and will be temporary until Summer term 2025 – pending a review in the first instance or a staffing review, whichever comes first.
The Teaching Assistant will work under the direction and guidance of the STF coordinator to undertake learning support programs enabling a pupil on a 1 to 1 basis to overcome their barriers to learning.
The ideal candidate for this position will be an experienced Teaching Assistant who has a good working knowledge of ALN. They must be able to relate well to young people, and have the ability to develop constructive working relationships with other staff, parents and outside agencies. The role will require a person with excellent behaviour management and communication skills, alongside being able to demonstrate a flexible approach and an encouraging, nurturing nature. This post has a First Aid responsibility. Training will be provided.
Bishop Gore School is a popular, very successful 11-18 comprehensive school. It was again judged as ‘Excellent’ in the recent ESTYN inspection.
Bishop Gore School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Within Swansea Council there is a "Safeguarding is Everybody's Business" principle, and this applies to all Swansea Council employees, elected members, volunteers and contractors. Further details can be found at h t t p s : / / w w w. s w a n s e a. g o v. u k / c o r p o r a t e s a f e g u a r d i n g