Teaching Assistant - The Bridge

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Telford; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a state-of-the-art special school dedicated to supporting children with complex learning difficulties. As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in fostering an inclusive environment, ensuring that every child receives the support they need to thrive. This position offers a blend of training and professional development, with opportunities to enhance your skills in a supportive setting. Join a team recognized for outstanding practice and contribute to making a real difference in the lives of students. If you are passionate about education and eager to support children with special needs, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Health Management package for self and family

Access to gym/swim reductions

Extensive CPD provided

Supportive training

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children with special educational needs is essential.
• Strong communication skills are necessary for this role.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the education of children with complex learning difficulties.
• Support teachers in delivering effective lessons and activities.

Skills

Support for children with special educational needs

Strong communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Education

Relevant educational qualifications

Job description

Teaching Assistants.

30 Hours 40 minutes per week (plus 35 training hours spread across the first year only)

Permanent, Fixed-term & Maternity cover posts available.

Teaching Assistant Scale 1, term-time plus 5 PD Days £12.26 per hour

Are you interested in working in education with children with special educational needs?

The Bridge School is an all age special school for pupils with complex/Severe Learning Difficulties. We are a purpose built state of the art facility with outstanding resources co-located with mainstream. The Bridge School also has a provision located at the Wrockwardine Wood Infant site, and positions may be allocated there.

Training package provided and induction.

Access to Telford and Wrekin Employee Assistance Programme.

Access to Health Management package for self and family.

Reductions currently for access to gym/swim on site (HLC Circle).

Opportunities also for experienced staff who want to extend their skills and knowledge.

Extensive CPD is provided.

The Bridge has:

1. State of the art ICT facilities
2. OFSTED recognition for outstanding practice
3. Many benchmark awards

Supportive training will be provided.

This post is a designated customer-facing role under the fluency duty and requires a specified level of spoken English as stated in the person specification.

To Apply

Application forms and further details are available from our website www.telford.gov.uk/jobs or directly from the school. Sorry but CVs will not be accepted. All completed application forms should be emailed to the school ([e-mail]). The appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS (CRB) clearance for the successful applicant. We are committed to equality and diversity.

Closing Date: 5^th January 2025

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