Teaching Assistant

Priestlands School; South Town; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site car park

LGPS pension scheme

NFDC leisure centre membership

Employee Assistance Programme

Livi GP access

Free eye test every 2 years

Professional development

On-site canteen

Job summary

Priestlands School is seeking Teaching Assistants to join the SEND team for term-time and 30 hours per week. The role suits students, career changers, or those seeking classroom experience, with a focus on supporting learning for a class of 30 pupils.

Essentially you should enjoy building rapport with students and helping them learn. GCSE English and Maths at grade C or equivalent are required. Applicants will undergo standard pre-employment checks and safeguarding steps.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at minimum grade C (or equivalent).
• Experience in a similar role is advantageous, but the ability to work with a class of 30 teenagers calmly is valued.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils within the SEND team in classroom and learning support centre.
• Assist with planning and delivering activities to aid learning and access to work.
• Provide a calm, supportive presence to help students engage and succeed.

Education

GCSE English & Maths (grade C or equivalent)

Job description

We are seeking to appoint additional Teaching Assistants to join our SEND team in the new year, term time only. The position would suit a range of candidates, whether you are needing to work around the school runs, a college student on a gap year, or considering a career in teaching and would benefit from valuable classroom experience. Previous experience working in a similar role would be an advantage, but if you have the ability to work with a class of 30 teenagers whilst remaining calm and collected at all times - we would love to hear from you.

The essential qualities required are someone who enjoys a good rapport with students as well as the desire to help them learn and succeed. Based in both the classroom and our dedicated learning support centre, you will have an innovative, creative approach to ensure students gain access to the work.

Please read the attached information pack which includes details of the job description and person specification. Please note, you must have GCSE's in both English & Maths at a minimum grade C (or equivalent) to be considered for the role.

We will not use AI during the recruitment process, please show us the same courtesy and do not use AI to complete your application.

Benefits of working at Priestlands include:

• Free on-site car park
• Two Week Autumn Half Term
• Friendly and sociable colleagues
• Enrolment in and generous contribution to one of the UK’s largest public sector pension schemes; LGPS
• Eligible for reduced rate membership at NFDC leisure centres
• Free and confidential Employee Assistance programme offering advice on a range of areas including well-being, housing and financial matters
• Access to the UK's largest online GP service; Livi
• Free eye sight test every 2 years
• Professional development opportunities for all staff
• Affordable on-site canteen

The post is for a total of 30 hours per week, 8.45am-3.15pm Monday to Friday which includes a 30 minute unpaid break. You will receive your salary in 12 equal payments. The post is for 38 working weeks per year (term time only), but you will be paid for 43.60 weeks of the year to include holiday pay.

References will be usually taken up prior to interview; if you currently work in a school, please ensure one of your references is from your current Headteacher. You will be required to provide appropriate evidence of identity and qualifications to support other pre-employment checks which will be undertaken on the successful candidate for this role, including: your right to work in the UK, a confidential health declaration, an online search of your name in line with government guidance on Keeping Children Safe in Education, and a DBS application.

Priestlands School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 and you will be required to declare whether you have any criminal convictions. Priestlands School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.