Higher Level Teaching Assistant - EBBSA

Faringdon Community College; Little Coxwell; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to work scheme

24/7 employee assistance

Flexible working

Professional development

Job summary

Faringdon Community College is seeking a motivated SENCo-led practitioner to help develop The Gateway (EBBSA Provision) and support students with SEND, especially those with Communication and Interaction and SEMH needs.

You will plan targeted activities in English, Maths, Science and Emotional Literacy, monitor progress, contribute to SEN review processes, foster an inclusive learning environment, and lead the use of AV1 robots to improve access to education.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop The Gateway (EBBSA Provision) to support students with SEND, particularly those with Communication and Interaction needs and SEMH needs.
• Plan targeted learning activities in English, Maths, Science and Emotional Literacy, support pupils' emotional regulation, monitor progress, and contribute to SEN review processes.
• Help create an inclusive and supportive learning environment and lead the use of AV1 robots to aid access to education for identified students.

Job description

Working under the direction of the SENCo, you will play a key role in leading and developing The Gateway (EBBSA Provision), supporting students with Special Educational Needs, particularly those with Communication and Interaction needs and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. You will work closely with students, families, teachers and external agencies to ensure pupils can successfully engage with learning, develop independence, and achieve positive outcomes.

This is a varied and rewarding role that involves planning and delivering targeted learning activities in English, Maths, Science and Emotional Literacy, supporting pupils’ emotional regulation, monitoring progress, leading aspects of the SEN review process, and helping to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment. You will also take a lead role in the use of AV1 robots to support access to education for identified students.

We are looking for a motivated and compassionate individual who has excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills. You will be able to build positive relationships with young people and their families, demonstrate resilience and flexibility, and have the confidence to lead and support both students and colleagues within our SEND provision. A commitment to inclusion and achieving the very best outcomes for vulnerable learners is essential.

Faringdon Community College (FCC) is a successful and well-established 11-18 co-educational secondary comprehensive school, which embraces the idea of lifelong learning and community education. The school has an excellent local reputation and is known for inspiring exciting teaching and learning, where teachers are supported and encouraged to help every student, aiming to achieve individual success and realise their potential.

As a dynamic organisation, we are always looking for new ideas and ways forward. Our strong and motivated team of teaching and non-teaching staff are committed to providing the best education they can and have an energy and enthusiasm which makes FCC a rewarding place to work.

Benefits of working at FCC include:

• Full support for your professional development and future training needs.
• A commitment to recognise previous, continuous service.
• A commitment to offer flexible working wherever we can, to support the work life balance of our employees.
• A cycle to work scheme.
• A 24/7 free employee assistance programme.