Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Full-time

Stone Bay School, Broadstairs

Ref:KCC886-7058-50S
Posted:25/02/2019
Pay:KR6
Start Date:Mar 2019
App Close Date:01/03/2019 at 12:00
Interviews:W/C 11th March 2019

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Due to our continued organisational growth and development we are seeking to appoint a new HLTA to join us.

This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic and enthusiastic person to join the team at Stone Bay School and make a real difference to the lives of our young people.

We are seeking people who thrive on working in a challenging but immensely rewarding environment and who are passionate about supporting the development of our exceptional young people.

The successful applicant will have proven ability to work to their own initiative and be able to;

demonstrate an good understanding of the needs of students with ASD and challenging behaviours
demonstrate knowledge and competency in approaches to managing challenging behaviours.
act as a role model and establish a clear framework for discipline in line with the school’s policies
organise and manage an appropriate learning environment and plan teaching and learning objectives to ensure student progress and development
collect and input data, as appropriate, in order to monitor individual student progress
work collaboratively with Teachers and Learning Support Assistants (LSAs)and other staff groups
provide teaching cover for teachers in all areas of the school as and when required
attend and contribute, as appropriate, to class, key stage and whole school staff meetings including attendance at teachers’ meetings
evidence of wider commitment to the needs of the school, e.g. delivering extracurricular activities, mentoring

In return we can offer you a supportive and welcoming staff team and a committment to your on-going professional development and training.

If you would like to arrange a visit to the school prior to applying for this post please contact the school office of 01843 863421 or

email office@stone-bay.kent.sch.uk

Information about the school

We specialise in providing day and residential education for pupils aged 4 to 19 years who have a diagnosis of Autism. We believe that all our pupils are entitled to the very best possible education delivered in an environment that is both safe and conducive to learning. We work tirelessly to ensure we get this just right for all our pupils. Our unique school is situated on Stone Bay in the seaside town of Broadstairs in a beautiful Victorian building which benefits from stunning views over the English Channel. The local coastal environment provides many unique and enjoyable learning opportunities for our pupils. At Stone Bay School every staff member plays an important role in ensuring our children have the opportunities to achieve their full potential. Do you have what it takes? Are you kind and caring, do you have a positive attitude, are you keen to learn and develop, are you a team player and do you want to work in a community that embraces diversity and inclusion?

This is what our staff say about Stone Bay School: * A caring, amazing school that I am proud to be part of. * Stone Bay is a school with a massive heart, staff that really care about our pupils and it is an absolute pleasure to be part of it. * Happy place. * Stone Bay is a positive place to work that strives to do its best for all of its pupils. * A developing environment which is ever-changing and dynamic to ensure we get it right for our children. * Stone Bay School is a safe and nurturing environment for our students. * A workplace that nurtures talents and interests and supports all employees to develop their skills further. * We strive to get it right for every pupil and I genuinely believe that we do that. * Stone Bay is a fun safe environment for all pupils and staff, everyone is a team player and always helping others if they need it. * Vibrant, inspiring, fun and caring.

Job Contact Information

Name:Eszter or Stacey
Address:70 Stone Road, Broadstairs, Kent, CT10 1EB
Telephone: (01843) 863421
Email: leadership@stone-bay.kent.sch.uk

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