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Trafford; Stretford; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a passionate Teaching Assistant Level 2 to join their dedicated team at a special school. This role focuses on supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs, providing both educational guidance and emotional mentorship. The ideal candidate will possess high emotional intelligence, a commitment to fostering a safe and nurturing environment, and the enthusiasm to inspire students. Join a community that values support and personal growth, where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of children who need it most. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a team that truly cares about education and well-being.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Salary Sacrifice Scheme for Bikes

Generous Holiday Allowance

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with social, emotional, and mental health needs.
• Ability to provide care and support to vulnerable pupils.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering quality education to pupils with diverse needs.
• Provide emotional support and mentorship to students.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Mentoring

Teaching Skills

Education

Relevant Teaching Qualification

Job description

TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 2
Band 4, Point 12 17, £27,711.00 - £30,060.00 (pro rata for term time only £23,835.19 - £25,855.65)
Employer: The Sovereign Trust
Location: Longford Park School, 74 Cromwell Road, Stretford M32 8QJ
36.25 hours per week 39 weeks per year
Permanent
Holidays: You will be paid for the prorate equivalent of 26 days, plus 8 public holidays. This increases to 31 days plus 8 public holidays after 5 years’ service.
Pension: Local government pension scheme including a generous employer contribution. Please take a look at the website: https://www.gmpf.org.uk/.
Benefits: Salary sacrifice scheme for purchasing bikes used for travel to work, through monthly interest free salary deductions. Employee Assistance Programme provides access to a range of wellbeing services.

Longford Park School is a special school for pupils with identified social, emotional and mental health needs. We are also a Pupil Referral Unit for the Trafford borough. There are pupils in school between the ages of 4 and 11. Unfortunately, many of our pupils have experienced trauma in their lives and need a unique school that can offer them both a quality education and a safe place to explore their thoughts, emotions and experiences.

Due to the expansion of our school, we are searching for an experienced teaching assistant who is looking for their next challenge. As well as having the energy and enthusiasm to teach our pupils new concepts, we are looking for suitably qualified mentors with high levels of emotional intelligence who work with care, consideration and initiative.

Despite the multiple vulnerabilities our pupils have, we continue to have the highest possible academic aspirations for our pupils. Longford Park School is a proud member of the Sovereign Trust. The Sovereign Trust is a thriving Multi-Academy Trust currently consisting of four special schools covering a whole range of SEND and phases of education.

What are our pupils looking for in a teaching assistant?

1. “I know I find school hard but I know if I want a bigger brain, I’m going to find my work tough sometimes. I need adults who are clever and know how to help me.”
2. “Someone to sit with me when I am sad.”
3. “Adults who know what it feels like to find things hard.”
4. “I want someone like my Mum, who even when I get mad and wreck stuff, she always stays with me and likes me.”
5. “I like adults who are fun and I like it when I can make them laugh.”
6. “People who come and make school better. Maybe by starting a gaming club.”
7. “Adults who work hard to help me to get a good job when I am older.”
8. “The teachers here care about me and offer help even when I have said awful things and done the worst things.”

Why do our current staff want to work here?

1. “We have fantastic diverse children who challenge us! I have learnt so much from the pupils here.”
2. “I have had the support to grow into a role I never believed I could do, but have had so much encouragement that now I wouldn’t want to work anywhere else.”
3. “This is a community where everyone is supported and has a place. I am lucky to be a part of it.”
4. “The support staff give each other isn’t like anything I have experienced before in a workplace.”
5. “It is a privilege to work here with these children and these members of staff.”
6. “To be the hope, care and role model that every child should have.”
7. “It’s a job where I can really make an impact. I know I can make a big difference to children who feel like everyone has given up on them.”
8. “As staff, we are treated with warmth and care. LPS is a little family.”
9. “When I first started, I felt like I was surrounded by little versions of me. LPS is the perfect place to give back to a community that was once given to me.”

How to apply
Are we the right school for you?
We believe in ourselves and each other.
We all belong in our community.
Everyone becomes the best they can be.
If you wish to be considered for this vacancy, you should complete the attached application form. Please note that only applications on the Trust’s application form will be considered. Candidates who submit a CV will not be short-listed. Completed applications are to be returned to [e-mail] to arrive by 9am Friday 7 February 2025.

Keeping Children Safe in Education
The Sovereign Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all those working for the Trust to share this commitment.
An online search will be carried out and a Childcare Declaration form will be required from shortlisted candidates.
This post is subject to a satisfactory two-year reference history, which we will endeavour to seek prior to interview, Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check (previously CRB), medical clearance, and proof of legal working in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.
A copy of our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found on our website by following this link https://www.thesovereigntrust.uk/policies-1/.

Closing date for receipt of applications - Friday 7 February 2025, 9am
Shortlisting - Friday 7 February 2025
Interviews for successful candidates will be held at Longford Park School - Thursday 13 February 2025