Teaching Assistant 1 SEN NEW Delamere School Trafford Teaching Assistant School Support Staff E[...]

Trafford; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

An outstanding special school is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support children with special educational needs. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students, ensuring they thrive in a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will be passionate, compassionate, and committed to fostering an inclusive atmosphere. Join a forward-thinking team that values professional development and promotes well-being, all while making a real difference in the community. If you are eager to contribute to a positive school ethos, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Continuing Professional Development

Health & Wellbeing Support

Discounted Gym Membership

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Passionate about teaching and learning with a commitment to inclusion.
• Ability to form positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.

Responsibilities

• Support children with SEND in a caring and inclusive environment.
• Assist in meeting the holistic needs of students under teacher direction.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Compassion

Communication

Behavioral Support

Education

Relevant Teaching Qualification

Job description

Band 3 scp 6-11 - £25,183- £27,269 pro-rata (Term time only plus inset days). Actual salary £20,913-£22,645

Permanent

Expires 12/01/2025

About the Role

DELAMERE SCHOOL
Irlam Road
Flixton
Manchester
M41 6AP

TEACHING ASSISTANT 1 + SEN - Start Date: As soon as possible
Band 3 scp 6-11 - £25,183- £27,269 pro-rata (Term time only plus inset days). Actual salary £20,913-£22,645
Full-time - 35 hours per week
Permanent contract

We are an Outstanding Special School seeking to appoint a TA1 to join our thriving school community. The purpose of the role is to meet the holistic needs of children at Delamere under the direction of the teacher / senior staff in order to promote the inclusion & acceptance of all. This will include support for behavioural, medical & personal care needs alongside access to learning.

This role is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children with SEND, helping them to flourish in a caring & supportive environment. If you are enthusiastic, compassionate, & eager to contribute to our school's ethos, we’d love to hear from you.

Applicants should:

1. Share our commitment to our vision that “together we make a difference”
2. Be passionate about teaching & learning
3. Be able to form positive relationships with pupils, staff & parents
4. Have the drive, energy & passion to work in our school with a warm, nurturing & caring manner
5. Be committed to, & able to demonstrate our core values of inclusion, respect, trust, enjoyment, collaboration, creativity, optimism & growth

We can offer you:

1. An ambitious, caring & inclusive school with a clear vision & the highest aspirations for all our children
2. A strong commitment to your continuing professional development including bespoke performance management to support you to fulfil your career ambitions
3. A forward-thinking environment where innovation & research are used to ensure our provision is the best it can be
4. A supportive, friendly & enthusiastic staff team
5. Highly competitive rates of pay & membership of Local Government Pension Scheme
6. An experienced, dynamic, forward-thinking leadership team, committed to improving outcomes for pupils
7. A school that cares for & nurtures every member of our school family, including staff, pupils & parents
8. A positive & thoughtful approach to work life balance & wellbeing. Access to range of Health & Wellbeing support including Physiotherapy, GP, mindfulness & weight management
9. Discounted gym membership & Cycle to Work scheme

Delamere School is committed to safeguarding & promoting the welfare of children & young people. We expect all staff & volunteers to share this commitment. This is reflected in our recruitment processes & the post is subject to enhanced DBS disclosures. References will be sought prior to interview for shortlisted candidates & online checks undertaken. Please find our Safeguarding policy on our website: https://www.delamere.trafford.sch.uk/policies/ This post is also subject to proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996 & other pre-employment checks where applicable.

We strive to create a fair & inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage & civil partnership, pregnancy, & maternity, race, religion or belief, sex & sexual orientation.

Information applicable to the role can be downloaded through the attachments linked to the advertisement. Application Forms only will be accepted. Please return these to: [e-mail]

We strongly advise viewing our school website https://www.delamere.trafford.sch.uk/ for more information about our outstanding school.

There will be an opportunity for interested candidates to visit the school on the morning of Wednesday 8 January 2025. Please request a visit by contacting the main school office on: [e-mail] or by ringing 01617475893.

Closing date for applications is Sunday 12 January 2025
Shortlisting/Invitation to Interview - Monday 13 January 2025
Interviews - Tuesday 28 January 2025