Teaching Assistant - Maternity Cover

TES FE News; Andover; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading school in the UK is seeking enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to support students with special educational needs. The role provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in education while engaging with young people aged 11-19. Ideal for those passionate about teaching, the position emphasizes personal development and teamwork within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with young people preferred but not essential.
• Committed to personal learning and development.
• Right attitude for classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Support students in lessons and during non-structured time.
• Assist teachers in preparing work and resources.
• Complete paperwork to record observations.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Resilience

Focus

Education

GCSE level (or equivalent) in English and Maths

Job description

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Job Overview

Hours: 37 hours a week

Monday and Thursday 8.30am – 4.30pm

Tuesday and Friday 8.30am – 4.00pm

Wednesday 8.30am – 5.00pm

Contract: Permanent, term time only

We require applicants who can drive and who are prepared to drive our school vehicles.

The Cambian Group is the UK’s largest provider of specialist services in education, mental health rehabilitation and learning disabilities. Grateley House School is growing and as we expand our offer, we are looking to appoint committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join and support our well established, and successful staff team.

Grateley House School

Grateley House is a successful 38-week residential school, rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, for young people, aged 11 – 19, with a diagnosis of Autistic Spectrum Disorder, typically, high functioning and/or with associated disorders.

The school currently has 35 students on roll; however, this will increase over the next three years as the school embarks on an exciting period of growth.

We offer a broad, balanced, challenging and relevant curriculum ,rooted in the National Curriculum, delivered by an experienced and dedicated staff team. Our aim is to fully prepare our students for successful lives beyond Grateley House School.

About The Role

This role is ideal for those who have a genuine passion for helping children and young people with a wide range of special educational needs, and also a fantastic opportunity for those considering a career in teaching to gain valuable first-hand experience. The successful candidate will receive full support and training.

The Main Focus Of This Role Will Be To

• Support students in lessons and during non-structured time;
• Assist the teacher in the preparation of work, resources and equipment for lessons;
• Support students during on and off-site activities as appropriate;
• Complete required paperwork to record observations and interventions.
  
  

What are we looking for in you?

• Previous experience of working with young people in a classroom environment would be desirable, but not essential as training will be given;
• You will be educated to GCSE level (or equivalent) in English and Maths;
• You will be committed to personal learning and development, and have a sincere commitment to sharing our long-term aims and drive for continuous improvement. In return, we will offer you a professional and supportive team and a genuine opportunity to develop
  
  

As a school we feel it is important to hire for the right attitude which is why we look for Teaching Assistants who are enthusiastic, focused and resilient to the day-to-day pressures that the classroom brings.

Cambian is committed to safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks. Cambian is an equal opportunities employer.

Grateley House School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects the same from its employees. All new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Cambian will also conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will be based purely on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination, a person who will not be on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.

The school is easily commutable from Andover, Basingstoke, Southampton, Salisbury, Winchester and surrounding areas.

To find out more about us at Cambian visit www.cambiangroup.com

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