Level 1 Teaching Assistant

We

are seeking a proactive, enthusiastic,

and committed Teaching Assistant with a strong background/interest in the field

of SEN and Disability. A particular interest in supporting the learning of pupils

with SLD/ASD who have challenging behaviours linked to their disability would

be an advantage, as would experience of supporting the learning of children and

young people with PMLD. The school would very much welcome applications from

graduates with a degree in a relevant field, who have a strong interest in this

sector, and/or who might be considering a teaching career. Similarly, although

this is an unqualified post, we would welcome applications from strong

candidates who are currently enrolled on an NVQ3 course in Supporting Teaching

and Learning (STL) or similar, or who are actively thinking of applying for

this in the near future, since there will be opportunities for career

progression within the school. If in

doubt about your suitability for this post, please contact Patricia Lewis

(Headteacher) before you apply, as

below.

The

focus of a TA1 post at our school is to support personalised learning at all

levels, as part of a team - this includes teaching, learning, assessment, behaviour

management, and care; TA1s support especially the physical management and care

of the pupils, alongside pupil/student assistants. The successful candidate

will be expected to be proactive in seeking and developing their own CPD. The

school provides training in areas such as Communication, Makaton, PSHE/RSE,

Behaviour and Physical Intervention (NCC Approach),

Moving and Handling, and Personal and Intimate Care (see appendix) to maximise

access to learning. We also ensure access to multi-disciplinary training in

physical management, and health tasks such as gastrostomy feeds, as

appropriate. Although TAs work in a specific class, candidates are appointed to

the school, rather than to a specific KS, to a particular area of Learning

Difficulty, or to a particular pupil (class placement changes annually, by

negotiation), and are expected to participate actively in the wider life and

enrichment activities of the school.