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Teaching Assistant - Full-time/Part-time - Special Needs Position

West Heath School, Sevenoaks

  • Ref:KCC886-6079-158S
  • Posted:29/03/2023
  • Pay:19,000 pa
  • Start Date:Immediate
  • App Close Date:24/04/2023 at 09:00
  • Interviews:TBC

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Teaching Assistant (Learning Support Assistant)

Hours: Monday-Friday 8.30am-3.30pm (Term-Time only, 39 weeks) with opportunities for flexible working

Salary: £19,000 per annum- term time actual salary, (based on a full-time salary of £25,333)

Start date: for March 2023 available

Closing Date: Monday 24th April 2023, 9am

 

We are looking for individuals with a passion for working with students who have a range of social, emotional and mental health needs to join our exceptional team who support students with their academic, personal and social development. 

West Heath School, rated Outstanding by Ofsted, works towards helping students re-integrate into mainstream learning and preparation for adulthood. All of our learners have Education, Health and Care Plans and as a school we are proud to promote the development of life skills and social development as equal to academic achievement. 

The successful candidates will need use of their own vehicle, have a good level of Maths and English and a flexible approach to working as there may be occasions where student require support at external locations, such as therapeutic farms and colleges.

As well as working in an incredibly rewarding environment our benefits include free lunches and onsite parking. There are excellent opportunities for career development and training from internal and external experts. 

To apply please complete the application form on the vacancies page. For more information or to arrange an informal visit please email  whs.hr@westheathschool.com 

Please note that as part of the interview process we will invite you to attend a trail day at the school.

Working at West Heath School involves close and unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups including children and as such is a regulated activity.  The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.  Applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post (including an Enhanced DBS check)

 

Information about the school

WEST HEATH SCHOOL

Ashgrove Road, Sevenoaks, Kent TN13 1SR

“Rebuilding lives through education”

OFSTED outstanding May 2022

West Heath School is an Independent SEN residential school with charity status. We provide a therapeutically informed learning environment for children aged 10-19 who have suffered some form of trauma and are unable to access main stream education. We believe in “rebuilding lives through education”, developing life skills and encouraging students to enjoy social activities .

“A fun place to work where social development is valued as much as education”

“The support you receive from the moment you arrive at West Heath School is excellent…”

“Two days are never the same at West Heath School and this certainly keeps you on your toes!”

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Nicola Kelly or Chloe Checkley
  • Address:West Heath , Ashgrove Road, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 1SR
  • Telephone: 01732 460 553
  • Email: whs.hr@westheathschool.com

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.