Teaching Assistant / PD, Sensory and Inclusion Coordinator

Streetly Academy; Walsall; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Streetly Academy is seeking a qualified and enthusiastic team player to support students with diverse needs. The role focuses on delivering engaging learning experiences and requires strong communication skills. The Academy values professional development and offers various benefits, including healthcare and gym access.

Benefits

Healthcare plan

Professional development opportunities

Free onsite parking

Gym access

Qualifications

• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with others.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing a student with various needs.
• Deliver engaging and motivating learning experiences.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

ICT

Education

Qualified Teacher

Job description

Job Description

The Academy offers a unique blend of tradition and future, seeking the highest standards of behaviour and appearance, whilst maintaining an emphasis on harnessing technologies and exploring every avenue to improve teaching, learning, and assessment.

We are proud of our sport specialism and make every effort to ensure all students have opportunities to develop in terms of health and leadership through PE and Sport. This aligns closely with our PRIDE values, which are based on the Olympic and Paralympic values.

We can offer you:

• A considerate employer with regard for your well-being and family priorities
• A healthcare plan covering costs such as dental, physio, eye care, along with counselling and fast-track to specialist appointments for health concerns
• Friendly and supportive colleagues
• Opportunities for professional development, including engaging in and delivering training
• Chromebook devices for all staff and students to support innovative teaching and reduce workload
• Helpful students who take pride in their manners and appearance
• A variety of clubs, trips, events, and opportunities
• Free onsite parking, gym access, and padel tennis courts

We are looking for:

• A qualified and enthusiastic team player to work under the direction of the SENDCo, assisting in managing a student with physical, sensory, cognitive, and mental health needs
• An individual committed to delivering active, engaging, and motivating learning experiences
• An individual capable of setting challenging targets for students of all backgrounds and abilities
• Someone empathetic, with integrity, and a genuine passion for supporting young people facing adversities
• A confident swimmer, preferably with lifeguard training or willing to undertake it
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with paraprofessionals, parents, and carers
• A commitment to ongoing professional development
• Competent ICT skills
• Basic first aid skills (desirable)

Closing date for applications: midnight on Sunday 18 May 2025. Interviews will be held during the week commencing 19 May 2025.

The Streetly Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and prohibition from teaching check.