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

· Assisting with the preparation of learning material and contributing to the delivery of learning objectives with a strong focus on behavioural management and emotional health assessment tools

· Daily reports on learners’ progress and barriers to learning

· Work collaboratively with members of SLT and Student Support & Intervention Mentor to support students and their parents

· 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 Great Oaks College:

We are a small independent school who support students which may have previously experienced difficulties accessing in their education We are committed to ensuring that all students learn and are engaged in the appropriate programme of study, which allows them to successfully re-engage with education and to achieve their very best outcomes.

We offer a very broad and balanced curriculum that enables pupils to undertake examinations and gain qualifications including GCSE’s, BTECs and functional skills, we also have access to a wide range of adventurous subjects which include water sports, mountain biking, archery, horse-riding etc.

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.