Specialist Teaching Assistant - Part-time

New Line Learning Academy, Maidstone

• Ref:KCC886-6912-339S
• Posted:10/06/2021
• Pay:£13,926 - £15,200 per annum (£20,585- £22,469 FTE)
• Start Date:September 2021
• App Close Date:21/06/2021 at 12:00
• Interviews:June 2021

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Specialist TA for student with Down’s Syndrome

New Line Learning Academy are seeking to employ a dynamic and creative Teaching Assistant to support on a 1:1 basis for a learner with Downs syndrome.  The ideal candidate will have experience of supporting students with learning difficulties and will be willing to support learning throughout all subject areas. 

You will need to be:

• Able to support with speech and language program
• Able to support with physiotherapy
• Confident in First Aid
• Creativity to help break down barriers to learning
• Any areas of training will be supported for the right candidate

This role is on a fixed-term basis until July 2022, for 30 hours per week, five days per week, term-time only. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, fun and highly supportive group of dedicated people. We will offer training for the right candidate.    

We will offer you:

• A vibrant and exciting place to work
• The support of a Trust that currently runs two secondary schools, primary school and Nursery for children aged 3 months to 4 years
• An opportunity to join various schemes such as the Benenden corporate healthcare scheme and Kent Rewards
• An excellent CPD programme, with opportunities for action research and gaining nationally accredited qualifications 

Only applications submitted by the school application process will be considered, we are unable to accept CVs.

All posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. Future Schools Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All members of staff are expected to share and adhere to this commitment.

Closing date is midday {Expiry Date}.

Information about the school

New Line Learning Academy is a ‘Good’ school in the heart of Loose, Maidstone with over 900 pupils aged 11 to 16. New Line Learning are committed to the delivering the highest standard of education for the young people in our care. In return, we expect our pupils to be committed to their studies and strive to achieve their goals.

The ethos is clear; believe and achieve.

New Line Learning aims for all of its pupils to be well-motivated and self-aware learners, who can conduct themselves appropriately in a range of situations. Aiming to create an ethos and an environment in which pupils feel safe and in which they can learn to interact respectfully, sensibly and maturely with others. We want our pupils to develop into responsible citizens, playing an active part in the school, local and wider communities.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. At Future Schools Trust we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual's unique talents and perspectives are valued and can thrive. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that you require.

What's In It For You? A vibrant and exciting place to work A friendly and supportive environment An excellent CPD programme, with opportunities for action research and nationally accredited qualifications The support of a Trust that currently encompasses two Secondary Schools and one Primary School. Alongside Tiger Cubs, our term time only Day Nursery, for children aged 3 months to 4 years, with great benefits to education staff. A well-resourced department with schemes of work and resources available. An opportunity to join various schemes such as the Benenden corporate healthcare scheme

Job Contact Information

• Name:Future Schools Trust HR Recruitment Team
• Address:Boughton Lane, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 9QL
• Telephone: 01622 743 286
• Email: officenll@futureschoolstrust.com

Documents

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• Specialist TA JD&PS