Teaching Assistant - Inclusion Centre

All Locations; Tipner; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Development

Health and Wellbeing Support

Employee Recognition

TSAT Benefits Portal

Blue Light Card

Job summary

The Portsmouth Academy is seeking a Teaching Assistant to work in The Bridge Inclusion Centre, supporting students with Educational Health and Care Plans. You will contribute to a dedicated team focused on enabling learners with complex needs to access the curriculum through one-to-one and small-group assistance.

Hours are 8am–3.30pm or 8.30am–4.00pm, Monday to Friday, with opportunities for professional development and a supportive working environment within our inclusive Trust.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working with young people to support their physical and mental wellbeing.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Educated to a minimum requirement of Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and their parents/carers.

Responsibilities

• The Teaching Assistant enables students to access learning by supervising and assisting them (one to one and in small groups) across a wide range of activities and supported learning.

Skills

Experience with young people

Excellent written communication

Motivation and energy

Education

GCSE English & Maths grade 4/C or above

Job description

We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to work within our Inclusion Centre, The Bridge, at The Portsmouth Academy. You will be joining a dedicated and supportive team who strive to make a difference in the outcomes for our students with Educational Health and Care Plans. The Bridge at The Portsmouth Academy is a specialist centre for children with complex Cognition and Learning difficulties aged between eleven and sixteen, who have an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Our curriculum centres on each child as an individual, looking at their starting points and next steps. The Bridge Inclusion Centre at The Portsmouth Academy, The Portsmouth Academy The Teaching Assistant plays a vital role by enabling students to access learning by supervising and assisting them (one to one and in small groups) across a wide range of activities and supported learning.

Working hours: 8am to 3.30pm or 8.30am to 4.00pm Monday to Friday.

• Previous experience of working with young people to support their physical and mental wellbeing
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Educated to a minimum requirement of Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics
• You will have high levels of motivation, energy and commitment with a reflective approach to the role and the ability to work to build positive relationships with students and their parents/carers

The Portsmouth Academy is focused on providing an inclusive education for all children and ensuring that every child has access to the same opportunities. The Portsmouth Academy's vision and ethos is rooted in developing aspirational and self-reflective learners who are able to think for themselves and be valuable members of their community. We offer a broad and balanced curriculum in both KS3 and 4, placing significant importance on cultural capital alongside academic achievement.

What our Trust will offer you:

• Career Development: We are committed to supporting your professional growth and offer a wide range of opportunities for career advancement. From staff development days and conferences to apprenticeships, we provide clear pathways for progression and promotional opportunities across our regions.
• Health and Wellbeing Support: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support, Private Healthcare scheme, free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers.
• Employee Recognition: Referral Scheme, Long Service Awards and the TSTARS Recognition Programme.
• TSAT Benefits Portal: A one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including cashback from supermarkets and high street retailers, dental insurance scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and discounted Gym Membership.
• Blue Light Card: Offering exclusive discounts and savings at thousands of retailers, restaurants, and attractions.