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ONE-TO-ONE TEACHING ASSISTANT
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Contract: Fixed Term (1 year) Full-Time Term Time Only
Basic Salary: £21,257.48 - £23,232.69
Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme
Location: Ruddington, Notts
Start date: ASAP
About Our School
Easthorpe School is an independent specialist provision serving children and young people in the East Midlands who live with their families, foster carers or in residential children's homes.
The school first opened it's doors to pupils in November 2022 and we are expanding the team to support the increase in pupil numbers in the Lower School (7-13yrs) provision.
Class sizes do not exceed 6 pupils and are supported by a qualified class teacher with up to 2 teaching assistants.
Our school supports pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH) and a range of diagnosis which may include Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Processing Disorder, Attachment needs and mild/moderate learning needs.
This job is an excellent opportunity for experienced teaching assistants to help shape the growth and development of our new provision and enrich the lives of our pupils. This role will give you the chance to further develop your skills in the classroom whilst also giving you the time and support to develop a key area of the school provision suited to your experience and interests (food hygiene, Forest School, sport, therapy, emotional literacy)
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We provide high quality education, adopting a thoughtful and informed approach for each pupil. If you would like to find out more about our school, have a chat or find out more then please get in touch. We would welcome any interested applicants to come for a visit to the school to have a tour and meet the Headteacher.
Role Responsibilities
- Dedicated to mentoring and supporting one pupil or else a small group of no more than six pupils
- Supporting the Classroom Teacher during lessons
- Reporting on pupils' progress and concerns, and liaising with other School staff to ensure pupils needs are met
- Supervision of pupils during non-classroom time including extra-curricular activities and school trips
- Assisting with lesson planning and classroom preparation
- Setting work where appropriate, and marking
- Building positive relationships with your pupil/s and driving interaction and positive learning outcomes
Requirements
- Have a strong basic education, ideally to A-level, with a minimum of GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics, and sound IT skills.
- Previous experience in a similar role ie, Teaching Assistant
- Some previous experience of working with pupils with SEMH within an Educational setting
- Be experienced and confident enough to take additional responsibility in an area of school ie, Food Hygiene, Forest School, Lunchtimes, School Yoga etc..
- Experience of behaviour management and techniques
- Committed to professional development and willing to learn
- Must be willing to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check prior to commencing work.
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What We Offer
- A workplace that values the emotional health and wellbeing of everybody (you included!)
- A commitment to support your development in acquiring new skills through a wide range of professional opportunities
- An opportunity to make a huge contribution to the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children who deserve high quality teaching in a safe educational provision
- A friendly and inclusive team who are passionate about improving pupil outcomes
The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, cost of which will be met by Easthorpe School.
Easthorpe School is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Easthorpe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment
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