Teaching Assistant – Level 3

Immediate start

Position is dependent on the needs of the student

Grade E SCP 11-16 - £27,269 - £29,572 per annum FTE

(to be prorated to reflect term time only)

Hours of Work: 4 days per week (28.5 hours) Term Time Only

We are looking to appoint a TA level 3 to join our team. The role is to support a key stage 3 male student with an EHCP who has SEMH as their primary need. The successful candidate will support a student with their emotional literacy and learning whilst being mindful and tailoring support to meet their educational needs. Whilst educational support is one of the main aspects of the role, the appointed person will engage, motivate, support and guide their students to achieving academic and personal goals. Working with small of students may also be an aspect of the role.

Working within both the classroom environment and the Aspire Centre, delivering individual support and intervention. Small group academic and pastoral programmes and interventions where appropriate may also be an aspect of this role. This role is being advertised with the intention that the successful candidate would provide consistent and appropriate support for a student identified with a range of special educational needs, primarily SEMH.

Demonstrating the ability to form and maintain strong positive relationships with students with a wide range of needs and particularly SEMH, is essential to the role. Previous experience of working within a school environment and supporting students, particularly with SEMH is important. A willingness to be flexible in your approach and the ability to carry out all duties in line with school expectations is essential.

All staff are expected to act as effective role models and be prepared to demonstrate the school core values and be able to support students in an appropriate and professional manner.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post requires an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) barred list check will also be completed. The school is an equal opportunities employer.

Application Process

Application forms are to be completed and returned to recruitment@spt.ac.uk

If you have any queries about the application process, please contact hr@spt.ac.uk.

Please see our website Work For Us - Stamford Park Trust - Excellence & Ambition For All for further information.

Due to the volume of applications for posts, it is not possible to respond to unsuccessful candidates at the shortlisting stage.

Closing date for applications: Friday 6th December 2024 (midday)

Interviews to take place: w/c 9th December 2024