Job detailsJob roleTeaching assistantVisa sponsorshipVisas cannot be sponsoredKey stageKey stage 3, Key stage 4Working patternPart time: 32.92 hours per week, plus 1 training day a year of 6.5 hours. Term-time only (37 weeks per annum)Contract typePermanentActual salaryPro-rata actual salary 74.49% of FTE = £16,830 - £17,981 pa.What skills and experience we're looking forTEACHING ASSISTANT32.92 hours per week, plus 1 training day a year of 6.5 hoursTerm-time only (37 weeks per annum).Scale 1, points 2 - 6 £22,594 - £24,139 pa full time equivalentPro-rata actual salary 74.49% of FTE = £16,830 - £17,981 pa.Our preferred hours are Monday - Friday 8.30am to 3.40pm, however these are negotiable.Start date as soon as possible.Are you interested in working with children of secondary school age and are you looking to either start or continue your career in education?Our teaching assistants work 37 weeks a year (term-time only) in school supporting our students and, other than one day's training per year, benefit from all Federation school holidays.We are looking for someone who is motivated to inspire students' learning.The successful candidate will provide learning support or specific intervention to students and will work within small groups as directed by teaching staff to complement the work of a teacher or by the SENCOs for identified intervention.This is a fantastic opportunity to join astrong and supportive team of teaching assistantswithin a high-performing Federation, with excitingopportunities for further professional development and promotionfor successful applicants.The College has a Designated Special Provision (DSP) for students with Moderate Learning Difficulty (MLD). Students would normally be offered a place in this provision if they are working at or below National Curriculum Level 2. The DSP provides a bespoke and nurturing curriculum which promotes outstanding progress.Catmose College is part of the Rutland and District Schools' Federation which currently consists of Catmose College, Catmose Primary and Harington School. This provides wider opportunities for staff, giving them broader experience across different organisations.We have superb facilities throughout, with purpose-built laboratories offering excellent teaching resources and access to numerous iPads, laptops and computers; the College is able to offer a truly exceptional technology-led learning environment.What the school offers its staffStaff areable to enjoy many additional benefits that come as part of working within the Federation. These include, amongst others:A commitment to continued professional development.Priority admission for children of staff to the College and Primary.Outstanding facilities.A broad range of opportunities to engage in extracurricular trips and activities.Highly rated average final salary Government Pension Scheme.A subsidised restaurant, refectory and orangery.Complimentary lunch on staff training days.Cycleshare scheme salary sacrifice for bike purchases.Free parking.Further details about the roleWe are committed to being an inclusive employer and welcome applicationsfrom candidates looking for a variety of flexible working arrangements.If you have any questions regarding the role, please contactClaire Pugh (Vice Principal) via email cpugh@catmosecollege.com.The Federation is committed tosafeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students in our care and expectsall staff to share this commitment. We provide safeguarding training to all staffon an annual basis, and all staff are responsible for ensuring safeguarding, health and safetypolicies are implemented in line with Federation policy and currentlegislation. Please familiarise yourself with our Safeguarding Policy,available online at www.rutlandfederation.com/policies.This position advertised is a 'regulated position'which means it will involve regular contact with children and young people;under the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006 it is an offence to apply forthis role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant tochildren. This position is also 'exempt' from the Rehabilitation ofOffenders Act 1974.Commitment to safeguardingThe Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students in our care and expects all staff to share this commitment. We provide safeguarding training to all staff on an annual basis, and all staff are responsible for ensuring safeguarding, health and safety policies are implemented in line with Federation policy and current legislation.Applying for the jobPlease download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to tracked-link#track auxclick->tracked-link#track contextmenu->tracked-link#track" data-tracked-link-target="link" data-link-type="application_email" data-link-subject="f025db52-f215-4009-b828-75dd3d4e6a2b" data-tracked-link-text="xolig-gusuz-tugum-zeraf-cobiz-kivoz-mulad-norap-kacip-fehaz-dubek-fyrek-mipuf-cepod-dizys-badyb-hexix" href="mailto:office@rutlandfederation.com?body=Regarding%20the%20job%20at%20https%3A%2F%2Fteaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk%2Fjobs%2Fteaching-assistant-b5f62304-a732-4af3-bcf5-59cb5ffab829&subject=Teaching%20Assistant%20job%20enquiry">office@rutlandfederation.comCVs are not accepted.Visas cannot be sponsored.