ROWDEN HOUSE SCHOOL – SPECIAL NEEDS TEACHING ASSISTANT
VACANCY
SALARY
£12.32 - £12.82 (dependant on qualifications and experience)
DETAILS
Rowden House School in Herefordshire provides individualised care and education programmes for children and young people aged 11 to 19 years, with severe learning disabilities, autism and challenging behaviour.
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About you
We are seeking patient and even-tempered Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team. Ideally you will have experience in a similar role, but applicants who are new to this area will be considered as we are able to offer an outstanding training package. You must however, have the ability to work under pressure and a natural respect for the dignity and individuality of the students.
What does the role involve?
- Supporting the teacher with preparation, display and general classroom duties, including the organisation and development of class planning.
- Providing support for students in all aspects of care, education and health.
- Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults at all times.
- Assisting the teacher with the supervision of the children or group of children during class activities, at lunchtimes, moving around the campus and surrounding areas, and activities away from the classroom.
- Assisting at an appropriate level with the implementation of the programmes and management strategies in place for the pupils as developed by appropriate professionals, e.g. physiotherapist, speech therapist, psychologist.
What can we offer you?
- A beautiful working environment in the Herefordshire countryside
- Paid induction and training time
- A rewarding and varied job role
- A competitive salary
Rowden House School and The SENAD Group conduct wide ranging recruitment checks to ensure we safeguard those in our care, this includes a criminal background check if an offer is made. In addition, we will conduct online searches and reference checks at an early stage in the recruitment and selection process.
If you would like more information on the checks please contact our Recruitment Team on 01885 488 096.
The SENAD Group is dedicated to equality of opportunity in all areas of work, education and care.
Rowden House School, West Midlands Learning Campus, Bromyard, Herefordshire HR7 4LS