Teaching Assistant Level 3 plus SNA 1 Allowance NEW Springwood Primary (Craig Hall Site) Posted[...]

Salford Community Safety Partnership; Salford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a large primary age Special School in Salford, where dedicated Level 3 Teaching Assistants are sought to join a vibrant team. This role focuses on supporting pupils with moderate to complex needs, ensuring they receive the best possible education and care. You will be part of a dynamic environment that values professional development and teamwork, with a commitment to safeguarding children's welfare. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young learners and eager to develop your skills in a supportive setting, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with special educational needs.
• Ability to support and include all pupils in learning activities.

Responsibilities

• Support primary age children with complex needs to achieve their potential.
• Work as part of a team to create an appropriate learning environment.

Skills

Supporting children with complex needs

Team collaboration

Professional development

Managing challenging behaviour

Specialist communication skills

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Due to a further expansion, we are seeking to appoint Level 3 Teaching Assistants to join our ever-growing team.

Springwood is a large primary age Special School (340 pupils aged 5-11) based over three sites, catering for pupils with moderate, severe, and complex needs.

Springwood is now part of the Link Education Trust.

At Springwood Primary School, we are constantly striving to create the best learning opportunities for every pupil. We aim to provide a specialist, high-quality, relevant, and balanced education for pupils with SEND aged 5-11.

We have an exciting opportunity to join a large and lively school and be part of its future developments.

Applicants should be able to demonstrate how they meet the following essential criteria:

1. Are you interested in supporting primary age children with complex needs to achieve their potential?
2. Will you ensure that all our pupils are included and supported to develop whatever their special educational needs or behaviour challenges?
3. Can you work as part of a team to provide an appropriate learning environment for our pupils?
4. Do you want to learn new skills and participate in your own professional development?
5. Previous experience of working with young people of school age who may present with challenging behaviour and complex needs, preferably within an educational setting.
6. Are you ready to develop your skills and expertise to lead groups of pupils?
7. Do you have the drive to develop your skills and expertise in a nominated area of specialist communication?

Shortlisted candidates will be invited into school to undertake a class-based task, an ICT task, and a panel interview.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a fully enhanced DBS check.