Bank Teaching Assistant

Valeofeveshamschool; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Vale of Evesham School in the West Midlands is seeking flexible bank staff to support pupils with additional needs. You may cover when Teaching Assistants are off sick or training, with typically one day a week or more as available long-term.

You will help with daily routines, meals, outdoor play, and activities in small classes for pupils aged 4 to 18 with autism, learning disabilities, or communication challenges. DBS and safeguarding commitments apply.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in daily routines, including meal times and outdoor play.
• Assist with learning activities in small classes with pupils who have special needs.
• Build rapport and provide positive reinforcement to boost confidence.
• Follow safeguarding policies and express commitment to pupil welfare.

Job description

Are you looking for a role that fits around you? Do you want to make a difference to children with additional needs but need the flexibility to choose when you can work? Ever thought about covering Teaching Assistants that are off sick/on training? This is a fantastic opportunity if you’re looking for flexible work that fits around your existing commitments. You might only be available one or two days per week or more regularly, but we will contact you when we have work available.

There is no fixed weekly working pattern. We value having a bank of reliable, enthusiastic people who can be available, to support our pupils and wider team when additional staffing is needed. As a bank Staff member, you will be supporting children in our small classes with their daily routine at school including activities such as meal times and outdoor play.

The children and young people you will be supporting have autism, learning disabilities, physical disabilities or communication barriers. Depending on the needs of each pupil some will require support with personal care, completing workboxes, playing or work in the classroom. You will be required to build a rapport with the pupils and provide positive reinforcement to increase their confidence and self-esteem.

Vale of Evesham School caters for 190 pupils aged 4 to 18 years, who have moderate, severe, and profound learning difficulties. Many of our pupils have other barriers to their learning including autism, challenging behaviour, physical disabilities, and complex health needs.

Applicants will need energy and enthusiasm, and the ability to work in a busy environment. The work can be challenging but watching the progress of the pupils can also be extremely rewarding.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Available one day a week, occasionally or more regularly (between 9.00am and 3.00pm).

• Passionate about supporting children and young people with special educational needs.

• Experienced within a school, residential or similar setting supporting young people or adults or have transferrable skills from another setting.

• Understands the varied needs of children as they develop socially and academically

• Is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all pupils

• Will uphold and promote the ethos and values of the school.

In return we can offer:

• Dedicated staff committed to achieving high standards

• Opportunities for professional development

• A happy, stimulated and safe learning environment

The school prides itself on its welcoming and positive environment and would warmly encourage you to visit the school by prior arrangement. Please contact our Business Manager at [e-mail] or on 01386 443367 if you would like to visit school.

For more information, please contact Victoria Jervis on 01386 443367 or email [e-mail]

Applications close: Ongoing

Interview date: To be arranged

Please note that by submitting an application, you acknowledge that we reserve the right to view any publicly available information published online (including social media platforms) as part of our shortlisting process, in line with current KCSIE guidelines.

CLPT is required under law and guidance to check the criminal background of all employees. Decisions to appoint will be subject to consideration of an enhanced disclosure, including a Barred List check, from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Because of the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).

If shortlisted for an interview you will be required to disclose to us information about any:

adult cautions (simple or conditional);

conditional cautions;

convictions in a Court of Law; and

This information can be disclosed either verbally at interview or by completing a relevant conviction form after interview if that is your preference. It is an offence for anyone to apply for a role if they are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

In accordance with the Childcare Act 2006 and the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulation 2009 the Governors are required to obtain an additional staff disqualification declaration for employees within settings providing care for early years childcare (this covers the age range from birth until 1st September following a child’s fifth birthday i.e. up to and including reception age) or later years childcare (this covers children above reception age but who have not attained the age of 8) in nursery, primary or secondary school educational settings, or if when directly concerned with the management of such childcare related establishments. This declaration is to confirm that you are not disqualified ‘by association’ to anyone currently residing within your household who is disqualified under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulation 2009.

We are legally obliged to ask you to provide evidence of your right to live and work in the UK. If you are successful, we will ask you to provide appropriate documents, such as a passport, visa or full birth certificate and national insurance number to confirm this. (Further details are available from the UK Border Agency website).

CLPT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. CLPT expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post involves working with children and therefore will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS). Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.

If you are shortlisted for an interview, we shall request two references at this stage to comply with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

The academy values diversity and inclusion welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds. Equality is promoted and the academy will guarantee an interview to disabled candidates if the essential job criteria is met fully.