Teaching Assistant - Full-time

Leigh Academy Minster, Sheerness

• Ref:KCC1-10101-56S
• Posted:19/07/2024
• Pay:Actual salary £18,806 - £21,137 per annum
• Start Date:September 2024
• App Close Date:05/08/2024 at 23:45
• Interviews:TBC

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We have a great opportunity for a knowledgeable and efficient individual to join us in the role of Teaching Assistant at the Leigh Academy Minster. The overarching purpose of the role is to work with pupils who have learning difficulties usually with a statement of Special Educational Needs. This role will suit both experienced TAs who are looking to join our Academy, and also be suitable for Graduates looking to gain first-hand experience with a view to commencing Teacher Training with us in the future.

What we expect of you and the main duties in this role include the following;

• To foster strong links between home and school.  Working effectively as part of a team to ensure that the wellbeing and personal development of the learner enhances their learning opportunities and life skills. 
• To attend planning meetings with the SENCO to develop learning programmes, assisting in the delivery of adaptive learning, based on student(s) learning needs. This may involve using a wide range of strategies and methods, according to difficulty, including personal care.
• To encourage positive friendship patterns for all students in class and particularly the supported student. 
• To motivate and support student(s) to remain on task and complete work in a focused way.
• To take part in school activities and events as required, accompanying and supporting children on outings from school as necessary.
• To work proactively with SEND team members, ensuring school values are upheld in all areas of the working day. Using drive and initiative to deal with unique situations, where deemed necessary.
• To attend training days/meetings that support the student(s) or address the needs of the school, in accordance with contractual arrangements as appropriate.
• To liaise with external agencies and follow their advice for safety, learning and therapy programmes, as appropriate. To make or modify materials as required e.g worksheets, games, visual prompt cards etc.
• To have regular, positive contact with the parents/carers of the supported child and feedback orally to the appropriate staff. To maintain confidentiality and sensitivity to learners’ needs, having regard for the safeguarding procedures of the school
• To contribute orally and in writing to the Individual Education Programme (IEP) and Annual Review of the supported student(s) as appropriate.
• To have due regard to the Health & Safety at Work legislation in carrying out all aspects of the post. To understand and apply the school policies on learning and behaviour, and the statutory guidelines relating to disability discrimination and special educational needs
• To work with individual students, and groups of students, with learning difficulties to support their access to a full curriculum.
• To liaise with individual support teachers and other school staff in the preparation of plans and materials.
• To prepare and adapt materials suitable for students with learning difficulties to use in the classroom

Information about the school

We are privileged to welcome you to Leigh Academy Minster, an institution where innovation and excellence will combine with respect and integrity to ensure all young people who study with us go on to lead happy, successful lives. We are a brand-new mixed secondary academy set up to provide an excellent, well-rounded education for children in our fantastic community.

Located in the vibrant town of Minster, our academy serves as a hub of learning, creativity, and community engagement. With state-of-the-art facilities, dedicated staff, and a commitment to excellence in all that we do, Leigh Academy Minster is not just a place of learning but a home where aspirations are nurtured, achievements celebrated, and dreams realised.

We are strong believers that education has the ability to change lives, and our academy will give students the opportunity to develop themselves both academically and personally through the integration of both traditional and digital approaches to learning. A student’s ownership and responsibility of their own learning is key to this, and we am committed to providing our young people with the tools, opportunities and support to develop all aspects of their academic and personal lives in partnership with their families.

Our mission

Leigh Academy Minster’s students will be the embodiment of ‘The Minster Way’ through a zero-tolerance approach to bullying and negative behaviours, ensuring a calm, purposeful learning environment that provides exceptional personal development opportunities.

The academy will provide all students with a high-quality academic education through the internationally recognised International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum in Key Stage 3, as well as national academic and vocational qualifications in Key Stages 4 and 5.

Students will receive excellent pastoral care through Leigh Academies Trust’s highly effective small school model, with a dedicated team of leaders and specialists supporting all aspects of a child’s education at the academy. As part of the Leigh Academies Trust, we benefit from a network of support and expertise, enabling us to stay at the forefront of educational innovation and best practice. Together, we work collaboratively to create a positive and inclusive school culture where every member of our community feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.

Expert teachers will educate students across our subject-based curriculum from year 7 onwards in a high-quality classroom environment. Lessons will be grounded in the principles of highly effective teaching, informed by cutting-edge pedagogical research, ensuring students receive consistent and adaptable teaching to facilitate rapid academic progress.

At the heart of our ethos is a belief in the power of education to transform lives and unlock opportunities. Through a diverse and engaging curriculum, enriched with extracurricular activities and real-world experiences, we strive to ignite curiosity, foster creativity, and instill a lifelong love of learning in our students.

‘Join us on our journey of excellence, where every day brings new opportunities to learn, grow, and make a difference. Together, let's inspire greatness and shape the future.’ Mathieu Stevens, Principal

Job Contact Information

• Name:Holly Neve
• Address:Leigh Academy Minster, Minster Road, Minster-On-Sea, Sheerness, Kent, ME12 3JQ
• Telephone: 01634 412 263
• Email: info@laminster.org.uk

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• Job Description | Teaching Assistant | Leigh Academy Minster