Our colleagues' wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do, so we are always looking for new ways to improve everyone's work/life balance. We are taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).
Job Title:
Teaching Assistant
Location: Oakham Shires School, Rutland
Contract: Permanent, Term Time only
About the Role:
As a Teaching Assistant at Oakham Shires, you will be supporting our Pupils to reach their full Academic potential.
You will ensure that each pupil is supported in the way most appropriate for them. The needs of our pupils vary from individual to individual, and from day to day, so you will ensure that they understand the tasks being undertaken, and that they have all of the resources that they require.
Requirements:
* GCSE Maths & English (grade C or above)
* UK Driving licence (required for days out with pupils)
We are looking for staff with a knowledge and understanding of Autism and developmental trauma, who can apply that knowledge in all their dealings and interactions with the young people we support.
About the School:
Oakham Shires School is an Independent SEN School which provides education for 11-18 year olds with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Condition.
The school offers a unique mix of education and support to pupils within a wide spectrum of needs and abilities.
Personalised teaching and learning in an autism specific environment allow pupils' individual needs to be addressed completely and their capabilities fully realised.
Benefits:
1. Life Assurance
2. Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
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