1:1 SEN Behaviour Teaching Assistant
Cedar Road Primary School
Northamptonshire
- £22,737 pro rata
- Salary:
- Fixed Term for 1 Year, NJC 3, Access to LGPS, https://www.dret.co.uk/Join-Our-Team/
- Job type:
- Part Time, Fixed Term
- Apply by:
- 20 July 2024
Job overview
Cedar Road Primary Academy is now recruiting for a 1:1 SEN & Behavioural Support Teaching Assistant. This role could be your next career opportunity.
If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.
We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.
About the role
Support for pupils
- Support a child who requires 1:1 and has SEN/Behavioural needs. The other is to support a deaf child so BSL would be desirable
- Under the specific supervision of the class teacher, to work with individuals and groups of pupils to deliver learning programmes.
- To encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher.
- To assist with the general pastoral care of the pupils, including helping pupils who are unwell distressed or unsettled.
- To assist the pupils with personal needs as appropriate.
Support for the teacher
- To prepare and maintain basic classroom resources and equipment as directed by the class teacher and assist the pupils in their use.
- To prepare the classroom as directed for lessons, ensuring that resources are available and cleared away at the end of the lesson as appropriate.
- To provide regular feedback to teachers on pupils’ achievement and progress.
- To provide feedback on pupils in relation to progress and achievement under guidance of the teacher. This may include feedback on pupil progress in meeting Individual Education Plan targets.
- To administer and mark routine tests under the guidance of the class teacher and in line with the school’s marking policy.
- To be aware of the planning of work and activities.
- To provide general clerical support to the teacher, e.g. photocopying, laminating, filing, etc. as required.
30 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, Fixed Term for 1 Year
About our Academy
At Cedar Road Primary Academy we are committed to being an inclusive school, providing the best possible standard of education for every child with us, learning and teaching are challenging, exciting and creative within a safe, secure, nurturing environment.
Cedar Road Primary School is part of the David Ross Education Trust. We have over 400 pupils aged 4-11.
The school was judged by Ofsted in November 2017 to be good in all areas.
We hope that our website shows you what makes our primary academy unique, but would encourage anyone who has an interest in the school to give us a call and come and see Cedar Road for yourself.
We also have a mission statement that is at the heart of everything that we do.
Salary & Benefits
NJC3, FTE £22,737 per annum (Pro rata £16,193.26)
Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
Awards and Recognition Scheme
Flexible working patterns
Benefits Platform
- discounts on car leasing
- holiday discounts
- cinema tickets
- restaurant booking discounts
- Cycle to Work Scheme
Who we are looking for
GCSE's or equivalent qualifications in English, Mathematics and relevant subjects
Experience of working with relevant age groups within a learning environment
Ability to work well as part of a team
An understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities
Able to use basic IT including computer, audio, video equipment and photocopier
Good keyboard skills and knowledge of relevant IT packages
Knowledge of relevant policies and codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation
Ability to relate well to children and adults
Ability and willingness to identify own training needs and participate in training
To be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school
Ability to provide necessary personal care to children
Awareness of Health & Safety and Safeguarding
About The David Ross Education Trust
The David Ross Education Trust () mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.
Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.
Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.
Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 35 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.
We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.
Apply now
To complete our on-line application form, please click 'here'.
Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.
The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.
It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.
The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.
All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.
Attached documents
About Cedar Road Primary School
- Cedar Road Primary School
- Cedar Road East, Northampton
- Northamptonshire
- NN3 2JF
- United Kingdom
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