Teaching Assistant with Responsibility for Medical Needs

Weydon Multi Academy Trust and The Park School are seeking a caring and professional individual to take up the role from September 2024. The starting salary is £20,610 (equivalent to £26,538 FTE) with hours of work in term time between 8:30 – 3:30 (32.5 hours per week over 5 days, 39 weeks a year).

We are fortunate to be set in a beautiful 7-acre site within walking distance of Woking town centre and train station. The Park School provides education for 110 secondary aged students, all of whom have learning difficulties and additional needs. The role will be to work with specific students to support their medical needs. 

At The Park we believe that by working together and always expecting the best from both staff and students we can achieve the highest possible standards. 

For this role you will need to have: 

• A calm, friendly and professional manner 
• A positive approach to working with students with complex needs 
• The ability to work in partnership with parents, staff and external professionals 
• The ability to carry out basic medical procedures day-to-day  
• Good communication skills and record keeping 
• The ability to contribute to the safeguarding and promote the welfare of children and young people  

Previous experience of working with students with learning difficulties or in an educational setting is desirable but not essential. 

All training can be provided.

To Apply

For more information about the school, visit https://thepark.surrey.sch.uk/vacancies.

If you would like to apply for the Teaching Assistant with Responsibility for Medical Needs post, please email helen.oconnor@thepark.surrey.sch.uk to request an application form. CVs cannot be accepted.

Closing date: Monday 15th July 2024 at 9:00am

Interview date: Thursday 18th July 2024

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment procedures and an enhanced DBS check.

We reserve the right to interview early if the right candidate applies, so early application is encouraged. No agencies, please. CVs will not be accepted without a completed application form.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment procedures and an enhanced DBS check. The Park School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups.