1:1 Teaching Assistant

Ruishton Church of England School; Taunton; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Ruishton Primary School, part of The Oak Partnership, seeks to appoint a full time 1:1 teaching assistant on a permanent basis.

We are looking for a flexible, patient candidate to support a pupil on a 1:1 basis, working closely with the class teacher, SENDCo and pastoral staff. The role is term-time only, 30.42 hours/week, starting salary £17,097 (Grade 15, point 3) depending on hours and weeks.

Qualifications

• Experience in education is desirable.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND or SEMH needs is desirable.
• Knowledge of Speech and Language needs is beneficial.
• Awareness of ASD and ADHD is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 with pupils with SEND as required.
• Implement learning adaptations identified by the class teacher and SENDCo.
• Collaborate with the class teacher, Pastoral Assistant and other TAs to support the pupil.

Skills

1:1 support

flexibility

patience

SEND/SEMH awareness

Speech and Language

ASD Trained

ADHD

Job description

1:1 Teaching Assistant - High needs

Ruishton Primary School, part of The Oak Partnership, seeks to appoint a full time 1:1 teaching assistant on a permanent basis.

We seek to employ a member of staff who is flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the school and has patience. The role involves working on a 1:1 basis.

Key responsibilities include:

• Working 1:1 with pupils with a range of specific SEND need as required;
• Implementing adaptations to learning identified by the class teacher and SENDCo;
• Working closely the class teacher, Pastoral Assistant and other Teaching Assistants supporting the pupil.
• Please refer to the job description for more information.

Experience Desirable:

• Experience in education
• Experience Supporting pupils with SEND or SEMH needs
• Speech and Language
• ASD Trained
• ADHD

Hours of work:

Term time only. 30.42 hours a week, 8.45am-3.20pm Monday-Friday

Start:

ASAP

Starting Salary:

Grade 15, point 3, £17,097 actual based on hours and weeks stated above

Interviews:

W/C

Safeguarding statement:

The Oak Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All positions at The Oak Partnership Trust and within our schools require appropriate references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance.

Please see our Recruitment, Selection and Ex-Offenders Policy for more information.

We are also committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

The Oak Partnership Trust reserves the right to close an advertisement to applications ahead of the advertised closure date. Shortlisting and interviews may therefore take place prior to the closing date, so we encourage early applications.