Teaching Assistant

Location

South Gloucestershire, Gloucestershire | United Kingdom

Job description

Join our Team as a part-time Teaching Assistant at Blackhorse Primary School in Emerson's Green!
Start Date: as soon as possible Salary: Grade 10, £24,702 - £25,979 FTE per annum (Actual Salary based on weeks worked and hours: £16,078.85 - £16,910.06 p.a.) Contract: Fixed term until August 2025Hours: 28 per week (8.45am-3.15pm Monday to Thursday and 8.45am - 3.45pm Fridays), term time only, including INSET days (39 weeks) Thank you for your interest in working at Blackhorse Primary School. The Role:We're seeking a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join our Resource Base team and make a positive impact on the lives of our pupils. This part-time position offers a fantastic opportunity to join our exceptional team within a thriving and inclusive mainstream primary school.This position is fixed term until August 2025 subject to review of the school's budget. Please apply if:
You are have experience of supporting autistic children in a primary school setting You have a good understanding and experience of working with children with complexity of need including SEMH, social communication difficulties, physical and sensory and cognition and learning You are flexible and versatile in a rapidly changing work environment; You have high expectations of what all pupils can achieve and are able to motivate and inspire confidence and independence in pupils; You have experience of both the EYFS and primary national curriculum and supporting children through differentiation and personalised learning approaches; You have good IT skills and understand how IT can be used to support learning; You are keen to undertake further training; You have proven experience of working as part of a successful team; You want to be a part of the whole school development process. ​Please refer to the candidate information pack for further information about this role. Fluency Duty This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to converse at ease with pupils, parents and other users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.The School and Trust: Blackhorse Primary School is a proud member of The Leaf Trust, a family comprising 13 schools (11 primary, 1 junior, and 1 infant school), all united in our common goal of creating outstanding learning environments deeply rooted in our local communities. We firmly believe in the transformative potential of education to enrich lives and foster joy. With a steadfast commitment to ongoing development and meaningful experiences, we nurture personal growth and pave the way for success in every aspect of life. Central to our ethos is collaboration; as a family of schools, we actively promote the exchange of ideas and mutual support among our staff, fostering a culture of shared learning and collective advancement. We encourage you to browse our respective websites for more information about Blackhorse Primary School and The Leaf Trust. We can offer you: A Great Working Environment: Experience a supportive and motivating workplace with a dedicated and hard-working staff team. Professional Growth: We are committed to staff development and offer excellent CPD opportunities. Staff can also take advantage of various apprenticeship opportunities to enhance their skills and knowledge, allowing for practical experience and personal growth. Pathways for Progression: As part of a network of 13 schools, you'll find numerous opportunities for career advancement and the chance to take on exciting new challenges. Employee Wellbeing: Our staff’s opinion matters to us, which is why we conduct an annual staff survey to ensure their voice is heard. Additionally, our Wellbeing Committees are here to support staff in the workplace. Support staff benefit from generous leave entitlement. Financial Benefits: We value our staff and offer excellent pension packages for both teaching and support staff. Additionally, take advantage of our Cycle to Work Scheme, and discount retail platform to help you save money on various purchases.School Visits If you would like a visit to the Resource Base please contact the school office. How to Apply All applicants are advised to refer to the candidate information pack, which includes the job description and specification, before submitting an application. If you feel that your skills and experience match the requirements of this post then please submit an Application Form outlining reasons for applying and suitability for the role. In order to do so, please click the ‘Apply Now’ button. Please be advised, in accordance with our Safeguarding Policy, we do not accept CV’s. The closing date for applications: Tuesday, 19th March 2024 (12 noon) Interviews are scheduled to take place on: Wednesday, 27th March 2024

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£16.08k - £16.91k per annum