What skills and experience we're looking for
Essential:
GCSE grade C/4 or above, or equivalent, in Maths and English (C)
A recognised and relevant vocational qualification (NVQ3) as well as having or working towards the Higher-Level Teaching Assistant qualification and/or equivalent proven practical work experience
Awareness of specialist curriculum area, and proven practical application in a similar environment (A/I/R) • Previous experience of working effectively with young people preferably in a school setting
Supervisory experience
Basic knowledge of ICT
Experience of implementing national curriculum and relevant strategies
Working knowledge of policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection
Good communication skills both oral and written
Can use ICT effectively to support learning
Ability to build positive relationships with all stakeholders
Ability to work constructively as part of a team
Desirable:
Emergency First Aid or First Aid at Work qualificationUnderstanding of local and national teaching strategies e.g., literacy
Behaviours:
Proactive
Organised
Effective
Team Player
Flexible
Clear communicator
Reliable
Trustworthy
What the school offers its staff
WhThis is a fantastic opportunity to join an outstanding team within a high performing multi academy trust with exciting career prospects for successful applicants.
As a Trust, we have developed an extensive range of employee benefits that focus on yourFinancial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing. Here are just a few examples in each area…
Financial Wellbeing:
Membership to either theTeachers’ Pension Schemeorthe Local Government Pension Scheme
Technology scheme and Vehicle Leasing Scheme*
Access to anextensivediscounts platform
Physical Wellbeing:
24/7 access to an online GPor Advanced Nurse Practitioner for you & your household
Gym & fitness discounts
Cycle to Workscheme*
Free annual flu jab
Mental Wellbeing:
Access to an industry leadingEmployee Assistance Programme
Menopause Support Service
TrainedMental Health First Aidersin all our settings
*Subject to ensuring NMW is maintained
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.