1:1 Teaching Assistant - Term Time

Aspire School, Sittingbourne

• Ref:KCC886-7005-59S
• Posted:24/05/2023
• Pay:FTE £20,104 (£15,256 pro rata) plus SEN £1,342
• Start Date:Immediately.
• App Close Date:04/06/2023 at 22:00
• Interviews:June 2023

Advert

Bourne Alliance Multi Academy Trust is looking to appoint an enthusiastic teaching assistant to join a large and dynamic team at Aspire School.

At Aspire school we believe that learning needs to be individual for all and aspirational for everyone.

We are looking for a 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join our team to support one of our Key Stage 2 pupils and their very personalised needs.

We are offering a rare opportunity to join a purpose-built environment designed for our unique children. Successful candidates will have the prospect of joining this collaborative team.

If you are experienced, enthusiastic and adaptable and have the passion to bring out the individual talent and provide the necessary level of nurture and care for this individual pupil, please do complete an application form.

This is a temporary, term time only (38 weeks plus 5 training days) contract for 32.5 hours hours per week, 8.30 until 15.30 Monday to Friday, with a view to extend.

You will be our desirable candidate if:

• You have experience in supporting children with SEN, and in particular, ASD;

• You have experience of supporting pupils with epilepsy and have relevant and up-to-date training in administering Buccal Midazolam;

• You have training and experience in administering medication;

• You have experience of working with children with speech, language and communication needs;

• You have experience of assisting pupils with their personal care and toileting needs;

• You thrive working in a friendly team with like-minded people;

• You have a positive sense of humour and attitude;

• You are a clear communicator with adults and children and have demonstrated proficiency at working alongside parents;

• You are a positive role model to all.

In return, we can offer you:

• A friendly and supportive team;
• Opportunities for progression and development through training, coaching and mentoring;
• A healthy work-life balance;
• An inclusive environment where you feel valued;
• A supportive leadership team.

Bourne Alliance Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to pre-employment checks including references, an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service and the right to work in the UK. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches for publicly available information.

In cases where we receive a high volume of applications for a post, we may bring the closing date forward. Therefore you are advised to submit your completed application form as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

CVs will only be accepted when accompanied by a fully completed online application form.

No agencies please.

Information about the school

Aspire School is a special free school in Sittingbourne for children aged from 4 to 11 years; opened in September 2020. The school provides 168 places for pupils with autism and speech and language needs. Aspire School will provide exceptional specialist teaching from a team of specialist teachers, teaching assistants and other professionals. The new premises have been specifically designed to meet the needs of the children and will include therapy rooms, a high tech sensory room, soft play and a swing room. The curriculum will reflect the individual needs of the pupils and will offer opportunities for academic learning and the development of communication, life skills and personalised targets.

Job Contact Information

• Name:HR
• Address:Vellum Drive, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 5DA
• Telephone: 01795 477417
• Email: Aspire.recruitment@ba-mat.org.uk

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