Teaching Assistant

The Esland Group Ltd; Grantham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Teaching Assistants to join their team at a school dedicated to providing quality education for young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. In this rewarding role, you will support students aged 7 to 18 with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health challenges, fostering their development and well-being. The school emphasizes collaboration, and you will engage with a supportive team while also having opportunities for professional growth and development. This role is perfect for those who are motivated to make a positive impact in the lives of children and contribute to a nurturing educational environment.

Benefits

Commitment to continued professional development

Enrolment into Esland pension scheme

Comprehensive, paid induction training

Cycle to work scheme

£500 bonus via 'Refer a Friend' scheme

Monthly recognition awards

Access to employee benefits scheme

Day off for your birthday

Access to holiday home in Peak District

Qualifications

• GCSE Level including Math, English & Science is essential.
• Experience as a teaching assistant is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support vulnerable young people in educational activities.
• Contribute to care planning and implementation.
• Observe and record behavior of students.

Skills

Teaching Assistant Experience

GCSE Level including Math, English & Science

Planning and Organisational Skills

Self-starter

Full Manual Driving Licence

Education

Teaching Assistant Qualification

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Department: Education

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Grantham School

Compensation: £21,279 - £23,908 / year

Description

Would you be interested in working as part of a collaborative team, providing the best access to education for our young vulnerable children?

Become an Eslander and start a truly rewarding career! We are looking for highly motivated and creative SEN teaching assistants to join our growing, highly valued team. At Esland Grantham School, we offer high-quality education to 7 to 18-year-olds with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) with the primary need of Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH). Using our Turning the Curve model, we support vulnerable young people to "turn the curve" on their past experiences and build towards a positive new chapter.

What we need from you:

We are looking for patient and consistent teaching assistants who can work independently and take initiative while developing purposeful, strong relationships with children, staff, and parents. Experience in post 16 support, ASD and ADHD would be advantageous but not essential. The duties of a Teaching Assistant include (but are not limited to):

• Contributing to the development and effective delivery of childcare and manage processes and procedures in line with the philosophy of the company.
• Being alert to signs of distress or abuse.
• Talking and listening to the young people and observing and recording behaviour when necessary.
• Contributing to and implementing care planning, reviews, and other meetings.
• Attending and contributing to supervisions and staff meetings as required, ensuring smooth and comprehensive handovers take place and ensuring reporting rules and guidelines are adhered to.
• Being prepared to physically intervene and restrain young people (following appropriate training).
• Undertaking all tasks and duties as directed by the HLTA or Headteacher, to support young people and manage and monitor pupil risk during educational activities.
• Participating and supporting young people during outdoor/ indoor activities.
• Preparing and presenting displays of student work.
• Working with other professionals, such as Therapists and Occupational Therapists, Residential Care Workers as necessary.

Successful employment is subject to satisfactory Full Enhanced Disclosure, right to work and reference checks in line with government regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices (the company will cover the costs).

Skills Knowledge and Expertise:

• GCSE Level including Math, English & Science.
• Teaching assistant experience (highly desirable).
• Teaching assistant qualification (desirable).
• Excellent planning and organisational skills.
• Self-starter who demonstrates a high level of motivation and commitment.
• Full manual driving licence (desirable due to activities/location).

What we can offer:

• Commitment to continued professional development.
• A supportive, inclusive working environment.
• Enrolment into Esland pension scheme.
• Comprehensive, paid induction training (that is accredited through the Bild Association of Certified Training) and ongoing training within the role.
• Fantastic opportunities for career development, we promoted over 50 colleagues last year.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• A £500 bonus via our 'Refer a Friend’ scheme.
• Monthly recognition awards.
• Access to big-brand deals and discounts via our employee benefits scheme E-Together.
• A day off for your birthday (in addition to your holiday entitlement).
• Access to a holiday home based in the Peak District where you can stay for free, on the company!
• The opportunity to make a real difference to a child's life!