Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children? Our dynamic special needs school is looking for Level 2 Teaching Assistant to inspire, support and nuture our incredible pupils. Qualities we seek: Compassionate and patient nature Strong communication and interpersonal skills Empathy and understanding towards diverse needs Eagerness to learn and grow in an inclusive educational setting Dedication to fostering a positive and nurturing learning environment Ridgeway School is a special needs school and college in Bedford, providing education for pupils aged 3-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities. Our school site on Hill Rise supports pupils from Early Years to Key Stage 4 with the majority of students continuing on to 6th form. The posts are permanent working 32.5 hours weekly from 8.45am to 3.45pm during term time only. Part-time requests will be considered for a reduced number of days, however the working hours are fixed. You will be provided with a full induction programme to give you the training you need to succeed. You are not required to have any specific Teaching Assistant qualification or school-based experience, just a great attitude! Please visit our website for more information about our school and 6th form. Full details of the role are included in the attached person specification and job description. If you would like to come and see our school in action, please get in touch or if you would like to find out more about the role please contact our the office at: office@ridgeway.beds.sch.uk Ridgeway School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS disclosure, proof of the right to work in the UK, satisfactory references from at least your last two employers, evidence of required qualifications and medical clearance. Following the acceptance of your interview, an online check will be carried out as detailed in the latest Keeping Children Safe in Education guidelines. Ridgeway School are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible, communicating and promoting vacancies offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job and anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work.