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Vacancy for Teaching Assistant
- Level 3 (Supporting and Delivering Learning)
- Closing date: 17/10/24
- Interview Date: Week Commencing 21/10/24
- Start date: ASAP
- Salary: Grade 5 – scp 6 to 13
- TTO: Actual Salary £23,303.22 – £25,899.17 (Full time equivalent £28,977– £32,205)
- Location: Highshore School - Southwark
- Contract type: Permanent. Term Time (39 weeks)
About Us:
Highshore is a mixed SEND Secondary school and Sixth form for students with complex mixed needs including Down’s syndrome, Autism, ADHD and complex medical needs. We have 170 pupils on roll, many of which have significant learning difficulties and need help with daily activities.
Position Overview:
As a Teaching Assistant (TA), you will play a vital role in the education and development of our students. You will work closely with teachers and other support staff to enhance the learning experience and provide crucial support to our special students. The TA role includes, but is not limited to:
- Leading small group activities
- Assist with the planning, preparing and delivery of learning activities
- Supporting students with individualized education plans
- Collaborating with teachers and other professionals
- Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement
- Contributing to the school's inclusive and positive learning environment
Qualifications:
- NVQ 3 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualification or experience
- Experience working in special needs education
- Dedication to the well-being and development of special needs students
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Patience, empathy and adaptability
Why Choose Highshore School?
- A warm and supportive community of educators and students
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- A commitment to inclusive and student-centred education
- A well-equipped and nurturing learning environment
How to Apply:
To request an Application Pack and apply please contact Nick Clark by an email via the button below.
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Highshore School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our recruitment processes follow the guidance in the DfE document, Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024. All posts are subject to pre-employment checks, references will be sought and successful candidates will need to undertake an enhanced DBS check. Highshore School is an equal opportunities employer.
Under data protection law, individuals have a right to be informed about how the school uses any personal data that we hold about them. We comply with this right by providing ‘privacy notices’ to individuals where we are processing their personal data. Our privacy notices are available on our website highshoreschool.co.uk or via the school office.
