Higher Level Teaching Assistant

OneSchool Global UK is part of the OneSchool Global network, one of the most extensive and progressive networks of schools and educational support services in the world with 125 campuses across 20 countries.

We have a fantastic opportunity at our Ridgeway Campus for an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support an individual with a PDA profile to join the team on a full time (37.5 hours per week), term time only, permanent basis.

Key responsibilities:

• To implement effective strategies to support an individual with a PDA profile
•  Provide learning support on a 1:1 basis
• Take a lead role in the provision of support for a child with special educational needs with a focus on PDA
• Assess, manage and deliver learning support using knowledge and specialist skills
• To work with pupils, understanding how to motivate and encourage them to achieve and develop through the development of their attributes, skills and knowledge
• To work with the LSCO/RSENCO and other teachers to develop and implement Pupil Passports / ILPs/MSP
• To act as a Key Worker for an identified pupil, regularly liaising with parents and staff to ensure progress against Learning Plan targets
• To build and maintain successful relationships with pupil, treat them consistently and be concerned for their development as learners, supporting them and responding to their individual needs
•  To complement the professional work of teachers by taking responsibility for learning activities under an agreed system of supervision. This may involve joint planning with teachers, preparing and delivering learning activities for an individual
• To provide learning support within the context of our Self-Directed Learning Philosophy

You will:

• Have recent experience as a Teaching Assistant or a similar role or have a relevant life-experience and passion for working with students aged 7+.
• Have recent experience working with students with PDA
• Have knowledge, or willingness to learn, of the National curriculum and additional support needs. 
• Have good communication skills written and verbal.
• Have an understanding of statutory frameworks relating to teaching
• Set an example of positive personal integrity and professionalism, with positive, appropriate and effective communications and relationships at all levels.
• Ensure high standards are maintained, progressed and promoted in all areas of work.
• Uphold and promulgate the OneSchool Global ethos within all areas of responsibility

We offer:

• Supportive staff, and an involved community who are committed to school improvement, who will work with you to achieve your goals.
• Students who are enthusiastic and highly motivated with a love of learning
• Excellent premises and well-equipped classrooms providing a modern and technologically advanced learning environment for students.
• The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our students.
• A competitive salary (OSG Enhanced Pay Scales), Teachers Pension Scheme and Staff Referral scheme.
• Professional support from OneSchool Global UK to continually progress and develop your career- via our National Teacher Academy

 If you would like to arrange a visit to the campus or an informal conversation regarding the role please email James Harrison- Campus Principal- james.harrison@uk.oneschoolglobal.com

For further information relating to the Campus, or for more information about OneSchool Global UK please visit: OneSchool Global UK Employment Opportunities - OneSchool Global or follow us on LinkedIn.

Closing date for applications: Friday 10th January 2025

Interviews will be held week commencing: 13th January 2025

 OneSchool Global UK is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records, online searches and vetting checks.

 We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the school. This is in line with statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024 and The Education Act 2002, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.