Teaching Assistant at Wiltshire Career Site

Bradford-on-Avon, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Jun, 26

Salary

25989.0

Posted On

31 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Working with Young People with SEND, Physical Impairment Support, Patience, Sensitivity, Child Development Understanding, Learning Support, Team Working, Numeracy Skills, Literacy Skills, ICT Skills, Classroom Support, Effective Communication

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Salary: Grade D £25,185 - £25,989 per annum, £11,644 - £12,016 Pro-rata Hours of work: 20 hours per week (flexible days of the week) Core hours are 8.30am – 3.00pm per day Contract type: Fixed Term Contract ending 31st August 2027, 39 weeks per annum (term time only) This is not a Wiltshire Council vacancy therefore please contact St Laurence School for further information. A bit about us: St Laurence is a high performing and successful Church of England co-educational secondary school situated in Bradford on Avon close to the heritage city of Bath. We are fully inclusive and comprehensive, welcoming students and staff of all faiths and none. We believe that ‘People are our Treasure’ and regard our staff as our most important resource. Our Investors in People report noted that: There is a strong belief that St Laurence School is a ‘great place to work’. Everyone clearly has a high level of pride in working at the school and in what is being achieved. They feel this way because of the inspirational leadership, strong teamwork, supportive management, pleasant environment and of course, the students. Since our core business is learning, we are committed to the professional development of each of our staff, whatever their role in the school. If you would like to join a committed, professional and passionate team in our journey to being a school which is outstanding in every way, please consider applying. All about the role: We are looking to recruit a Teaching Assistant to join our existing team of professionals. The successful candidate will demonstrate: * an ability to work with a range of young people with SEND, including physical impairment * patience, sensitivity and an understanding of child development and learning * a strong team working ethos * good numeracy, literacy and ICT skills * an ability to work in a SEN role to support learning in the classroom and ensure individuals make progress * effective communication with young people and teachers Find out more and apply: To apply please refer to the Letter to Candidates, complete an application form and send it with a covering letter to Mr Tim Farrer, Headteacher to jobapp@st-laurence.com [jobapp@st-laurence.com] (all documents are available on the school website vacancies page) Staff Vacancies | St Laurence School (st-laurence.com) [https://st-laurence.com/staff-vacancies] For further details please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification, phone Sally Hackett on (01225) 309506, email jobapp@st-laurence.com [jobapp@st-laurence.com], or visit the school website (www.st-laurence.com [http://www.st-laurence.com]) Closing date (and time): Ongoing advertisement. Please apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Interview date: To be confirmed Commencement date: ASAP after appointment This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed. Job description [https://jobs.wiltshire.gov.uk/media/19526/Teaching-Assistant-Job-Description/pdf/Teaching_Assistant_Job_Description.pdf?m=1774443049761] Person Specification [https://jobs.wiltshire.gov.uk/media/19527/Teaching-Assistant-Person-Specification/pdf/Teaching_Assistant_Person_Specification.pdf?m=1774443049777] Letter to candidates [https://jobs.wiltshire.gov.uk/media/19528/Teaching-Assistant-Letter-to-Candidates/pdf/Teaching_Assistant_Letter_to_Candidates.pdf?m=1774443049777] Application form [https://jobs.wiltshire.gov.uk/media/19492/St-Laurence-School-Application-Form/doc/St_Laurence_School_Application_Form.docx?m=1774443049573] Equalities form [https://jobs.wiltshire.gov.uk/media/19493/St-Laurence-School-Equalities-Form/doc/St_Laurence_School_Equalities_Form.docx?m=1774443049591] Recruitment pack [https://jobs.wiltshire.gov.uk/media/19531/St-Laurence-School-Recruitment-Pack/pdf/St_Laurence_School_Recruitment_Pack.pdf?m=1774443049808] Privacy notice [https://jobs.wiltshire.gov.uk/media/19532/Privacy-Notice/pdf/Privacy_Notice.pdf?m=1774443049823] PLEASE DO NOT APPLY VIA THE APPLY BUTTON BELOW. Applications must be made via the instructions provided above. Applications or CV's submitted via the apply button will not be considered.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will support learning in the classroom for individuals, ensuring they make progress, particularly focusing on working with young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including physical impairment. This role requires effective communication with both young people and teachers within a strong team environment.