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Teaching Assistant - Post 16 Students - Term Time - Special Needs Position

Goldwyn School, Ashford

  • Ref:KCC886-7041-357S
  • Posted:26/03/2024
  • Pay:KR4 plus SENA
  • Start Date:ASAP
  • App Close Date:25/04/2024 at 16:00
  • Interviews:TBC

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This position is part of our Post 16 offer from Goldwyn School - Training and Management from Goldwyn School Ashford.

The postholder is required to support students at East Kent College, Dover

This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference!

Goldwyn School is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant who is passionate about working with young people with Special Educational Needs, and who can help us make a positive impact on a student’s life by helping them to achieve their full potential.

If you’re the sort of person who’s resourceful, flexible and doesn’t hesitate to do that little bit extra, then you could make a real difference to our students. All our students have an Education, Health and Care Plan in place and a range of needs including Social, Emotional & Mental Health difficulties, Autistic Spectrum Disorder and ADHD.

This is a post that will provide students the opportunity to be independent, we are aspirational that students move onto mainstream college, for some students their complex Mental Health needs create barriers, this partnership allows students to access a wide and Outstanding range of courses in East Kent College whilst having their complex needs met by our highly skilled staff.

The successful LSA will have a warm, compassionate personality and a genuine desire to make a positive difference to the student's learning.   Whilst previous experience in Specialist Education is desirable it’s more about having a positive outlook and a good sense of humour. 

This could be your ideal next role if you are:

  • Experienced or passionate in working with students aged 11-18 years with a range of social emotional mental health and/or behavioural needs.
  • Confident in working in an education environment in which behaviour will be challenging on a regular basis
  • Comfortable working with both clear direction and using your own initiative
  • An effective team player
  • Committed and enthusiastic to provide bespoke learning experiences to vulnerable children and young people
  • Patient, resilient, calm and composed
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Able to meet deadlines and work comfortably in a challenging and demanding environment

This post is offered on a minimum salary of £23,388 per annum pro rata plus SEN Allowance of £1422,52 per annum and is for 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks a year (term time only plus 5 staff development days).   Actual salary is £19,208.39 per annum including SENA

If you have any questions or would like to find out more please contact Jo Chessum: Joanne.chessum@goldwyn.kent.sch.uk  

Closing Date:  25 March 2024                                     

Applications will be considered in the order in which they are received. Goldwyn School reserves the right to interview at any point during the recruitment process and early applications are encouraged.

Goldwyn School is committed to the highest standards in safeguarding procedures and promoting the welfare of every student and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

References may be taken up before interview and the successful applicant will undertake an enhanced DBS check

 

 

Information about the school

Goldwyn School is a Kent Maintained Foundation Special School for students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, proudly rated Outstanding by Ofsted (October 2022). We operate across five unique sites in Ashford and Folkestone, each offering a tailored educational pathway to meet the diverse and complex needs of our students.

We are an aspirational and inspirational school, committed to nurturing the potential of every young person. Our inclusive ethos is underpinned by research-led, trauma-informed, and nurturing practices, ensuring that every student feels safe, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Our Sites: Each of our five sites offers a tailored educational pathway, ensuring that every student receives the support and opportunities they need to thrive: • Goldwyn Ashford - Great Chart, Ashford (TN23 3BT) • Goldwyn Folkestone - Parkfield Road, Folkestone (CT19 5BY) • Goldwyn Vocational Centre - Leacon Road, Ashford (TN23 4FB) • Goldwyn Plus - Beaver Lane, Ashford (TN23 5NX) • Goldwyn Nurture Hub – School Lane, Hothfield, Ashford (TN26 1HA)

Our Vision and Values: Our school community is built on the vision: Aspire ∙ Empower ∙ Achieve. We promote a culture where every member of our community demonstrates: • Resilience - Overcoming barriers with creativity and independence • Empathy - Caring for ourselves and others, fostering respect and belonging • Aiming - Striving to reach our full potential • Commitment - Dedicated to success, growth, and opportunity • Heart - Passionate about making a difference, championing equality and inclusion

Why Work at Goldwyn? “Goldwyn is a family; a truly supportive unit.” - School Governor

At Goldwyn, our staff are our superpower. We believe that a supported and valued team is essential to delivering the best education for our students. Here’s what makes Goldwyn a great place to work:

• A values-driven culture that shapes everything we do • A strong, dynamic leadership team offering coaching and mentorship • A collaborative environment that encourages innovation and shared learning • A rich CPD programme, including accredited training and leadership development • A strong focus on staff wellbeing with initiatives like: - Employee Assistance Programme (confidential counselling, legal advice, and more) - Free flu vaccinations - Free parking at all sites - Generous pension scheme - Kent Scheme Rewards

Leading the Way in SEMH Education As part of the KSENT Trust, Goldwyn staff benefit from opportunities to engage in practitioner research, school-to-school support, and national-level collaboration. We are proud to be at the forefront of SEMH education, shaping best practices and making a real difference in the lives of young people.

Job Contact Information

Fax: 01233 662177

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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.