Faculties Teaching Assistant
Contract type: Permanent
Work pattern: 32.5 hours per week (which will require flexibility at certain times of the year) Term time only (39 weeks)
Salary information: Scale 4, £21,697 - £22,697 per annum (dependent upon experience) + Special Schools Allowance, £1,133
Start date: ASAP
Meadow High School is a special needs school, which provides education for secondary aged students aged 11-19 years with moderate and complex needs including autism. The school had received a ‘Good’ grade by OFSTED.
The successful candidate for this varied post will support the Faculty Leads and pupils in the smooth running of the Faculty departments. The main responsibilities include supporting students in the classroom, preparing materials to help their learning and using ICT to create resources and orders. This is a rewarding role and would be suited to an enthusiastic team player, with a knowledge of working with materials and equipment. The successful candidate needs to have the ability to work flexibly and meet deadlines.
When completing your application form please refer to the personal specification to guide you as this outlines the skills and experience required to carry out the duties specified within the job description. It is important that you refer to the essential criteria and demonstrate how you meet the requirements as short listing will be based upon this. If you are selected for an interview, you may be asked to undertake practical tasks to cover the skills and abilities outlined below.
Please also note that as a school we take safeguarding our pupils extremely seriously. Any incomplete applications will not be considered. As part of the recruitment process of the school you need to provide full details of your education and work history. We are required to check any gaps so please make sure that you provide a full chronology and not just career highlights.
Applicants should have:
- Hold an NVQ 3 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualification (2 A-Levels). (Essential)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills. (Essential)
- Excellent time management and organisational skills, with attention for detail. (Essential)
- A proactive team player. (Essential)
- Ability to think creatively and demonstrate initiative, dealing calmly with different situations as they arise. (Essential)
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to follow the child protection procedures detailed in the School’s safeguarding policy. (Essential)
- Contribute positively to the overall ethos, objectives and aims of the School. (Essential)
Closing date: Sunday 25th February 2024
Shortlisting: Monday 26th February 2024
Interviews: Monday 4th March 2024
