Teaching Assistant

We are seeking a proactive, enthusiastic, qualified and experienced Teaching Assistant with a strong background/interest in the field of SEN and Disability, ideally with Special School experience. A particular interest in supporting the learning of pupils with SLD/ASD who have challenging behaviours linked to their disability would be an advantage, as would experience of supporting the learning of children and young people with PMLD. The school would very much welcome applications from graduates with a degree in a relevant field as listed at the bottom of the NCC job description, who have a strong interest in/experience of this sector, and/or who might be considering a teaching career. Similarly, we would welcome applications from strong candidates who are nearing the end of their NVQ3 course in STL or other qualifications as detailed at the bottom of the job description. If in doubt re your qualifications, please contact Patricia Lewis (Headteacher) before you apply, as below – applications will only be considered at this level if you meet the NCC qualification criteria. The focus of a TA2 post at our school is to support personalised learning at all levels, as part of a team - this includes teaching, learning, assessment, behaviour management, and care; the successful candidate will be expected to be proactive in seeking and developing their own CPD. The school provides training in areas such as Communication, Makaton, PSHE/RSE, Behaviour and Physical Intervention (we use NCC Approach), Moving and Handling, and Personal and Intimate Care (see appendix) to maximise access to learning. We also ensure access to multi-disciplinary training in physical management, and health tasks such as gastrostomy feeds, as appropriate. Although TAs work in a specific class, candidates are appointed to the school, rather than to a specific KS, to a particular area of Learning Difficulty, or to a particular pupil (class placement changes annually, by negotiation), and are expected to participate actively in the wider life and enrichment activities of the school.