Teaching Assistant

We are seeking an enthusiastic committed professional to join us as a Teaching Assistant

The successful candidate will:

· Mentoring, supporting and inspiring learners by supporting them with curriculum-based learning in the classroom, on home tuition and outreach and through outdoor activities

· Assist with the preparation of learning material and contributing to the delivery of learning objectives with a strong focus on behavioural management

· Daily reports on learners’ progress and barriers to learning

· Interaction with parents/care givers on a regular basis

Our ideal candidate will have:

· A committed and passionate view of students with SEND

· At least two years’ experience minimum of working in a SEND environment or similar unit/provision

· A level 3 TA qualification is advantageous

EPIC benefits of working for Keys Group:

· NEST enhanced pension scheme

· Staff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend to join Keys Group and split a £500 referral bonus between you

· Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

· Access to a blue light discount card

· Fully funded training and qualifications for all colleagues

· Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications

· Employee benefits scheme such as wellbeing app and a range of discounts

· Life assurance

At Westfield House School:

I am pleased and proud to welcome you to Westfield House School. We are a small school which effectively supports children through their educational journey. Westfield House School are expanding - We have just had a purpose built £2.5 million school added to our current woodland grounds and are excited to be starting the journey of developing the school and its offer to new pupils.

We will be increasing our school numbers and I am looking for people who want to join my amazing staff team in enhancing the educational experience for more pupils for whom mainstream is not right. We offer a bespoke approach to education and follow a therapeutic and trauma informed approach to education.

At Westfield we offer a holistic approach to all children to support them to become the best them that they can be. If you believe in education for all in a happy environment and want to come to work and make a difference, every day, please contact me.

More can be found about Keys Group and our Therapeutic Education Services here

School tours are highly welcomed as a part of our interview selection process.

Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of suitable applications.

Keys Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone in our care. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, suitable employment references and online searches to safeguard our young people. In addition, this post is exempt from the rehabilitation of offenders act 1974.