SEN Teaching Assistant (Level B) - Interventions2 positions available.Millgate SchoolGrade 9 Pay Point 19-22 (£29,783 - £32,003)M.....
SEN Teaching Assistant (Level B) - Interventions
2 positions available.
Millgate School
Grade 9 Pay Point 19-22 (£29,783 - £32,003)
Monday: 08:00 - 10:40 - 11:00 - 16:00
Tuesday: 08:00 - 10:40 - 11:00 - 15:50
Wednesday: 08:00 - 10:40 - 11:00 - 15:50
Thursday: 08:00 - 10:40 - 11:00 - 16:00
Friday: 08:00 - 10:40 - 11:00 - 15:00
37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year.
Permanent
We are recruiting for an SEN Interventions Teaching Assistant to add to our incredibly successful interventions team. With a professional advocate that has over 20 years of experience of working in our setting, you will be well supported in making a significant impact on our children's lives.
Why choose Millgate School?
We are an outstanding special school, with children from age 7-16, specialising in SEMH and Autism. Our outcomes for children with EHCPs, in terms of EHCP outcomes, academic achievement and personal growth and attendance, set us apart from school like ours nationally. We have an incredibly diverse team of specialists and professional who place the children at the centre of every decision and we work tirelessly to empower our young people. Our curriculum is inspired by stories. Every child arrives with a story that we make it our business to get to know. Shaped by their narratives and informed by their need, our curriculum sets out an ambitious, chapter by chapter, journey. We develop children’s character and learner behaviour; we ensure they thrive on content that is knowledge rich; we continually weave within this narrative opportunities for lived experiences and we ultimately prepare them to navigate their own successful futures. Often having arrived with stories that they had little control over, our curriculum is unwavering in preparing them to write their next chapters.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
To plan and provide specialist support to pupils with identified disabilities, SEN, sensory impairments and complex needs to access a broad and balanced curriculum of education by modifying and adapting learning activities as appropriate.
To support the physical, intellectual, emotional and social development of students, contributing to planning and facilitating children and young people's learning and development. To apply their knowledge and understanding of a relevant area of the curriculum, age range or SEN, in supporting all students.
Works in partnership with teaching professionals educational specialists, advisors, psychologists, speech and language therapists, etc, Managing 1-1 learning activities in the child’s home environment after joint initial assessment with the specialist Teacher, Educational psychologists, Health visitors e.g. to share information, agree/organise visits or seek advice.
To promote positive behaviour and relationships, using effective strategies in a timely manner in accordance with school policy.
We are looking for someone who has:
NVQ level 2 or equivalent qualification e.g. Teaching Assistant awards, English GCSE (A*-C), Level 2 Basic Skills Literacy, CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Child Care and Education
Experience of supporting planning, evaluation and delivery of learning activities for children and young people in a formal setting.
Awareness of a range of frameworks that support the education, development and well-being of children.
Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached to support with your application.
What we offer:
Flexible working options
Support for continuous professional development in the role
Opportunities to visit other organisations for professional learning
Highly committed and motivated Team
A role which has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun
Free car parking
Annual incremental pay increases with the pay scale range
A defined benefit pension scheme
Employee Assistance Programme - EAP
Employee self-service portal.
Eyecare voucher scheme.
Cycle to work scheme
Retail discounts
Dental support
Gym discount
Be an integral member of the team in a vibrant school
Create an outstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children
Play a significant part in continuing to develop our school
Be part of a wider community of Discovery Schools Trust
Excellent opportunities for personal and career development
A established Central Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues
Please note that interviews for this position may be made earlier than the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applications promptly. Early submission will not only ensure consideration for the position but also increase the likelihood of being invited for an interview. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application.Safeguarding Statement: We are committed to safeguarding our pupils; therefore, the successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and references.
