Teaching Assistant

Salary : Grade 6, Point 6 - 9: £19,636 - £20,592 per annum (subject to experience)* Contract : Permanent, 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time plus inset days) The salary quoted reflects the annual salary for the position at the time of advertising. Payment will be made in equal monthly instalments and will be adjusted at the start of employment, and again if employment ends partway through the school year, to ensure the correct salary is paid for work completed during the academic year. Are you passionate about supporting young people in their education and personal development? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team at Harbour Vale School, a vibrant and inclusive school committed to helping every student achieve their full potential. This role involves driving to the locations of different provisions therefore, a valid UK driving licence and use of a car is essential for this role. The role will include: Work closely with teachers to support classroom activities and learning objectives. Provide one-to-one and small group support for students, including those with additional needs. Help to create a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment. Assist in the preparation of learning materials and classroom resources. Support students in developing confidence, independence, and a love of learning. We are looking for someone who is: Patient, caring, and adaptable with strong communication skills. Passionate about education and working with young people. Able to build positive relationships with students and staff. To find out more about the benefits of working for SAST, click here For more information about our school, please click here to view our careers page. You are warmly encouraged to visit our School prior to application, please do not hesitate to contact Naomi Molyneux, Office Manager on office@harbourvale.dorset.sch.uk. SAST will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. In line with KCSIE guidance, this will be part of safer recruitment checks, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination, a person who will not be on the appointment panel will conduct the searches and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern. Safeguarding responsibilities associated with this role may include engagement in regulatory activity, such as administering first aid or supporting an upset child. It will have contact with young people on a day-to-day basis. SAST is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will have to meet the person specification, and the post is subject to safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and Children’s Barred List check.