Advanced Teaching Assistant with SEN allowance

Gladstone Road Primary School; Scarborough; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Gladstone Road Primary School in Scarborough is seeking an Advanced Teaching Assistant with SEN allowance. The role is 32.5 hours per week, 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday, term time only. It is a fixed-term post until July 2027.

You will work with identified pupils with SEN, providing targeted support to help them reach their full potential and support their academic and emotional progress. Salary is £13.92–£14.59 per hour plus SEN Allowance.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification.
• Experience as a Teaching Assistant in a school or childcare setting.
• Experience working with special needs pupils.

Skills

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Experience as Teaching Assistant

Experience with SEN pupils

Job description

Advanced Teaching Assistant with SEN allowance

Location: Gladstone Road Primary School, Scarborough

Contract: Fixed term until July 2027

Hours/ Working Pattern: 32.5 hours per week. 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday – Friday, Term time only

Salary/ Hourly Rate: Grade E, £13.92 - £14.59 per hour +SEN Allowance

Closing Date: 9am, Tuesday 10th November

Interview Date: Tuesday 17th November

Start Date: As soon as possible

About Gladstone Road Primary School

A historic school, providing education to the children of Scarborough since 1896

Here at Gladstone Road Primary School , we provide a friendly and inspirational education setting for our staff and children. As a four-form primary school you join the largest primary team (in the area) who will support and challenge you in your practice.

Set in a historic school in the heart of Scarborough, we are very much an extension of local families and communities, and we pride ourselves on being able to offer more than just ‘schooling’.

We make the most of what is in the local area to provide pupils with a variety of educational experiences, ranging from annual trips to the beach in the summertime, attending local museums and art galleries, castles and more. Linking the curriculum to offsite activities to bring learning to life.

Being part of #teamglaggo means you will be part of a forward-thinking, evolving, individual school.

We welcomed our experienced Headteacher in January 2020 and since then, have overhauled our curriculum, leadership structure, provision, and learning environments, which we celebrated with a 'Good' Ofsted report in July 2023. We have a committed, talented and cohesive staff, delightful children and strong and supportive Governors – every one of us united to build a school we can all be proud of.

We are looking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Advanced Teaching Assistant to join our welcoming school community.

In this rewarding role, you will work closely with identified pupils with special educational needs, providing targeted support to help them reach their full potential. You will play a vital part in their day-to-day school experience, developing strong relationships and supporting their academic, social and emotional progress.

We are seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant who is patient, resilient and deeply committed to making a meaningful difference to the lives of pupils with SEN.

Working in our school is incredibly rewarding. Our support staff are highly regarded, and we pride ourselves on developing our support colleagues to excel and further develop their career through specialised training and career paths.

We encourage applications from candidates who have a passion for education and wish to work in a setting which offers reward and challenge. A resilient, robust and positive mindset are required.

You will have:

• Relevant NVQ Level 3 or equivalent (such as a Level 3 TA or Childcare qualification)
• Experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a school or childcare setting
• Experience working with special needs pupils

We can offer you:

• A school with a renewed focus that puts pastoral and nurture provision at its heart and an aspirational outlook for our children
• Happy, enthusiastic children who are thriving and have a thirst for learning
• Clear and tailored CPD for all staff

Queries/visits

Informal visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. For queries or to arrange a visit, please contact Chloe Bullen on 01609 536 964 or via [e-mail]

Chloe has been engaged to support us with recruiting to this exciting opportunity.

Please contact us if you experience any difficulty with the application process.

Unfortunately, we do not accept CVs.

Interview

The interview process will involve an observed session with a group of pupils, and a formal interview.

When applying please take into account the following:

Employment History

In line with KCSIE requirements, please complete your full employment history to ensure any gaps in your education and career history are accounted for.

Suitable References

When completing your application, please provide two employment referees. Generally, this should be your current and most recent Headteacher or line manager. Please note if your former Headteacher or line manager has since left, please use an alternative current senior staff member as they need to be in post at your former location to be able to confirm your details in full.

Unfortunately, we cannot accept personal references or personal email addresses.

Please get in touch for any queries if you are unsure.

Supporting Information

The supporting information section of your application should clearly evidence your ability to meet the requirements we have outlined in the job description & person specification. This will be used to shortlist applicants for this role and therefore it is imperative that you provide evidence as requested.

We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We have a robust child protection policy and all staff will receive training relevant to their role at induction and throughout employment at the school. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Please note this post is in regulated activity and exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS criminal records and barred list check for work with children. An online search may be undertaken as part of the recruitment process on information available in the public domain. Candidates should disclose anything that may be relevant in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education .

North Yorkshire Council (NYC) advertise vacancies and process applications on behalf of schools and external organisations (third parties) in North Yorkshire. NYC are not responsible for the recruitment/employment practices of third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment/employment processes. Further information on how we process your data can be found here .

Advanced Teaching Assistant with SEN allowance