Teaching Assistant

Macintyre; Oxford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A special needs education institution in Oxford seeks a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support learners with Autism and learning difficulties. You will facilitate effective learning, maintain detailed records, and contribute to the well-being of students. The role requires a physically fit individual committed to building relationships and sharing the institution's values. Experience is not essential as training will be provided. Competitive salary and numerous benefits included.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Discretionary regional allowance

Local government pension scheme

Enhanced Sick Pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Must be an effective, confident communicator.
• Experience with Autism and learning difficulties is desirable.
• Willingness to learn and receive ongoing training.

Responsibilities

• Support and delivery of teaching and learning.
• Keep accurate records including learning outcomes.
• Model best practice to enable successful learning.

Skills

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Facilitation and reflective practice

Job description

Overview

We are currently recruiting for inspirational and creative Teaching Assistants to join this exciting school, this is an opportunity to be part of something very special as we continue our journey to become a centre of excellence. Please take a look at our website http://www.endeavour-academy.org/ to find out more about us. Reporting to the Class Teacher and the Higher Level Teaching Assistant you will be responsible for the support and delivery of teaching and learning. You will model best practice and enable successful learning and achievement by learners and sustained improvement in their spiritual, moral, social, cultural, mental and physical well-being in preparation for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of adult life. Some learners can behave in a way that is challenging to others and part of our role is to teach learners safer and more effective ways of communicating their needs, however a level of challenge still exists; this can be physical or a reluctance to engage. For these reasons this role requires someone who is physically fit. MacIntyre Academies will, where possible, look to make reasonable adjustments to comply with the Equality Act 2010. The role is 34 hours per week; 39 weeks per year (Term-Time only).

Responsibilities

Previous experience is not required to apply for this role, however, you must be an effective, confident communicator and able to keep accurate records such as the recording of learning outcomes with excellent attention to detail. You will demonstrate an approach of facilitation and reflective practice within the role. About You We are looking for highly motivated, active members of staff who are looking to embark on an exciting and rewarding career working with learners with Autism and learning difficulties. MacIntyre hire for attitude and train for skill. You will be able to keep accurate records such as the recording of daily notes; medication administration and learning outcomes with excellent attention to detail. You will demonstrate an approach of facilitation and reflective practice with a belief in a life of independence and choice for the learners you will support at all times.

Qualifications

Previous experience is not essential though desirable to have an understanding of Autism, Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties and Learning difficulties; ultimately providing Care, education and support to learners. It is paramount that you must be an effective, confident communicator. Experience will not be essential as you will receive ongoing support and training with a full induction. It is more important to us that you have the right outlook, can build relationships with our learner, and share our values and belief in their potential.

Benefits

• A competitive salary
• Discretionary regional allowance of £1,000 (pro-rata)
• Discretionary Special School Allowance £750 per annum (pro rata role dependent)
• Excellent local government pension scheme
• Family Friendly policies
• Wellbeing, Bereavement and Menopause policies
• Enhanced Sick Pay
• Wellbeing initiatives in your setting
• Full induction Training and development and the support of a trained line manager and dedicated senior leaders
• Access to further professional development
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Annual MAT Life Day to take for that special occasion
• Annual Flu Jabs
• Free eye tests through Specsavers
• An Employee Assistance Programme to Support your health and wellbeing an access to various perks including discounts Tesco, Cineworld, Go Ape and many more
• Benefits for death in Service
• Long Service Recognition Recommend a Friend Scheme - £100 Voucher
• Trained Mental Health First Aiders
• Enhanced DBS Certificate (Paid for by MacIntyre Academies)
• Self service portal to facilitate leave and amend personal information
• We have an active employee engagement programme which includes Termly 'You are Awesome' awards, an annual Employee Big Thank you Day, Annual CPD Trust wide conference.
• Access to Blue Light Card/ Discounts for Teachers which offers thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street for social care staff/ Teachers and support staff
• Commitment to safeguarding