Teaching Assistant - Lansdowne Secure Children's Home

East Sussex County Council; Hailsham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

East Sussex County Council invites applications for a term-time education support role at Lansdowne Secure Children’s Home. You will help create a safe, engaging learning environment, deliver lessons, provide one-to-one support and assess progress for young people with complex needs.

The post requires safeguarding responsibilities and awareness of professional conduct. DBS check is required; sponsorship for UK work not indicated. Pro rata salary is stated as pro rata for part-time/term-time work.

Qualifications

• QCF level 2 in Maths and English or ability to pass assessment at interview.
• Ability to assist in the recording of lessons and assessment as required by the teacher.
• Ability to implement agreed behaviour management strategies including physical intervention when required.
• Ability to use language and other communication skills that pupils can understand.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lessons and adapt activities to meet individual pupil needs.
• Provide one-to-one support and monitor progress.
• Record lessons and assessment as required by the teacher.
• Safeguard and create a safe, engaging learning environment.

Skills

QCF Level 2 in Maths

QCF Level 2 in English

Record lessons / assessment

Behaviour management

Effective communication

Education

QCF Level 2 in Maths and English

Job description

Job Description

Looking for a term time only role? Why not make a real difference through education at Lansdowne Secure Children’s Home, get involved today!

At Lansdowne, education is about more than learning; it’s about helping young people rebuild confidence, discover their potential and believe in a brighter future. As part of one of only 14 Secure Children’s Homes in England and Wales, you’ll support children with complex needs and significant gaps in their education, helping them take positive steps towards achieving their ambitions.

Working closely with teachers and colleagues across care, health and support services, you’ll help create a safe, supportive and engaging learning environment where every achievement matters. From adapting activities and providing one-to-one support to delivering lessons, assessing progress and celebrating success, you’ll play a vital role in making learning accessible, meaningful and enjoyable.

This is a rewarding, term-time-only opportunity to build trusting relationships, support young people’s wellbeing and safeguarding, and help them develop the skills, independence and confidence they need for the future. If you’re passionate about education and want to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people who need it most, we’d love to hear from you.

The people we are looking for in this vital position will have:

• QCF level 2 in Maths and English or ability to pass assessment at interview.


• Ability to assist in the recording of lessons and assessment as required by the teacher.


• Ability to consistently and effectively implement agreed behaviour management strategies including physical intervention when required.


• Ability to use language and other communication skills that pupils can understand and relate to.

Please download the Job Description & Person Specification for more information.

It is vital that all staff fully understand and undertake their role with professionalism and in accordance with the safeguarding policy and procedures. We take our safeguarding responsibilities extremely seriously and expect those working with our children to maintain high standards of vigilance, respect, reporting and professional curiosity at all times.

You will be given extensive training and ongoing support to fully undertake this part of your role and as such will be held to high standards to help keep children safe

For an informal discussion about this opportunity contact Sarah Goodey - [e-mail]

Help young people find their voice, build their confidence and unlock their potential through learning.

We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.

For flexible working choose East Sussex!

"East Sussex is a very good employer. You’re able to work flexibly around childcare and caring responsibilities and that’s really helpful." Charlotte, Social Worker

A workforce for the community, from the community

We Warmly Welcome Applications From All Sections Of The Community. We But Particularly Encourage Those From Group That Are Underrepresented In Our Current Workforce

Black and ethnic minority backgrounds, those who are disabled, men and those who identify as LGBTQ+. We are working towards recruiting a workforce that reflects our community because we recognise the unique skills, experience and perspective that each individual brings.

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Additional Information

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record . Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.

Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.

If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas

If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.