Senior Teaching Assistant

Brimble Hill School; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Positive environment

CPD & training

Employee Assistance

Pension scheme

Discounts

Induction program

Progression opportunities

Job summary

Exeter House School, part of Brunel Academies Trust, seeks a Senior Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEND and help them make progress and build skills for life. You’ll work under a qualified teacher to deliver learning activities for individuals, small groups and whole classes, helping pupils access the curriculum and develop independence.

You’ll plan and adapt activities, monitor progress and contribute to development plans, while collaborating with teachers, therapists and others.

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs including Maths and English (grade 4-9) or equivalent.
• Essential Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or HLTA status.
• A Level 3 qualification, which may be vocational, would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEND to take part in learning and progress.
• Lead learning activities for individuals, small groups and classes under teacher direction.
• Plan and adapt activities to pupil needs and objectives.
• Supervise pupils and maintain a safe, supportive environment.
• Observe, record and report pupils' progress and development needs.
• Prepare learning resources and run targeted interventions.
• Support therapy, care and personal care programmes when required.
• Contribute to development plans and reviews under the class teacher.
• Communicate with parents or carers when agreed with school leaders or teachers.
• Lead the class in the teacher's absence.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and report concerns promptly.

Skills

Communication

ICT skills

Initiative

Education

GCSEs incl Maths and English

Level 3 TA qualification (vocational)

Job description

Your Role

Are you an experienced, caring teaching assistant who wants to help pupils with special educational needs and disabilities make progress and build skills for life?

Exeter House School is seeking a Senior Teaching Assistant to support pupils' learning, development and well-being. Working under the direction of a qualified teacher or lead professional, you'll deliver and adapt learning activities for individuals, small groups and whole classes. You'll help pupils access the curriculum, develop their independence and prepare for their next steps in education or employment.

About the role

You’ll work closely with teachers, therapists and other professionals to provide tailored support that reflects each pupil's needs. You’ll help plan and deliver learning activities, monitor progress and contribute to pupils' individual development plans and reviews.

Your responsibilities will include:

1. Supporting pupils with SEND to take part in learning and make progress.
2. Leading learning activities for individuals, small groups and whole classes under teacher direction.
3. Planning and adapting specified activities to suit pupils' needs and learning objectives.
4. Supervising pupils and helping maintain a safe, supportive and caring environment.
5. Observing, recording and reporting pupils' progress, achievements and development needs.
6. Preparing learning resources and running targeted interventions.
7. Supporting therapy, care and personal care programmes where required.
8. Contributing to individual development plans and reviews under the direction of the class teacher.
9. Communicating with parents or carers when agreed with the Headteacher, senior leaders or class teacher.
10. Leading the class in the teacher's absence.
11. Following safeguarding procedures and reporting concerns promptly.

About you

You’ll have experience working with pupils in an education or care setting, including experience supporting pupils with SEND. You’ll communicate well, work positively with colleagues and pupils, and be ready to take initiative while following the professional direction of the teacher or lead professional.

You’ll also bring:

1. Level 2 Literacy and Numeracy, or equivalent.
2. A Level 3 qualification, which may be vocational.
3. Essential digital and ICT skills, including confidence using recording systems.
4. A professional, punctual and positive approach.
5. A commitment to training and ongoing professional development.
6. The ability to respond constructively to challenges and support your own and others' well-being.

A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, HLTA status, relevant SEND training or strong subject knowledge would be an advantage.

Our benefits

Brunel Academies Trust values the contribution colleagues make to children and young people. Our benefits include:

1. A positive and friendly working environment.
2. The opportunity to work with an amazing group of young people.
3. An extensive induction, CPD and training programme.
4. Support for continued professional growth and pay progression opportunities.
5. An Employee Assistance Programme.
6. Reduced membership fees at a local health and fitness club.
7. Brunel Perks discounts on products and retailers, including cinema tickets, food shopping and holidays.
8. Carefirst impartial counselling and advice by phone, video call or in person.
9. An excellent pension scheme.

Most of all, you’ll be part of a professional, supportive community and see the positive impact your work has on young people's futures. Your role matters.

Visit us

Potential candidates are warmly invited to visit Exeter House and meet our team.

To arrange a visit or an informal conversation with a co-Headteacher, please contact the school office on 01722 334168.

Safeguarding Statement

Brunel Academies Trust is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people (CYP) and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check, references and medical clearance. All references will be obtained prior to interview in line with Safer Recruitment and KCSIE, and further references may be sought as deemed necessary.

Brunel Academies Trust is dedicated to the vision of having a diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that reflects diversity from the communities it serves. We value the contributions of all colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds and actively seek to promote an environment which is free from discrimination and harassment; which at the same time supports fair promotion and cultural acceptance.

Under the provision of the Equality Act 2010, Brunel Academies Trust welcomes applications from everyone and operates a recruitment process that is fair and does not discriminate against or disadvantage anyone because of their age, pronouns preference, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy, paternity or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.

Qualifications

5 GCSEs including Maths and English (grade 4-9) or equivalent

essential

GCSE Grade 4 - 9

Safeguarding Information

Safe Guarding Information