Unqualified Teaching Assistant

at  Oasis Community Learning

Oasis Academy Sholing, Southampton
Academy-based
Salary: OCL Scale 3 SCP 4-8 (FTE £23114 - £24702) Actual £19881.60 - £21247.52(plus Local Government Pension Scheme)
Basis: Full-time, Term Time Only
Start Date: ASAP
Applications Close: 12:00 on Monday, July 8, 2024
Interviews: W/C 8th July 2024

THE ROLE AND WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are recruiting a creative and enthusiastic Unqualified Teaching Assistant to support our students and teachers in delivering excellent outcomes for all.
Applicants must have good interpersonal skills and be adaptable and resourceful when helping students with different needs and backgrounds, including those with emotional and social difficulties. Most of all, we need passionate people who want to make a difference to vulnerable students.
Previous experience of working with young people is essential.
You will be working with a supportive and dedicated team of staff who believe all students deserve our full support to achieve their very best. We have a strong programme of staff development and opportunities to work with a wide variety of professionals in the academy, local community, and wider Trust.
There could be opportunities to gain your qualification upon completion of probation.

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL

• GCSE Level C or above in English and mathematics.
• Good literacy, numeracy, and ICT skills
• Calm and adaptable with an ability to work within a flexible and busy environment
• Ability to build good relationships with children and adults
• High expectation of behaviour and ability to challenge without confrontation
• Understanding of students’ personal as well as academic needs and to treat with respect
• Able to empower children to access all areas of the curriculum and to achieve their maximum potential