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Classroom Support Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 17 June 2024
Salary: £15,556 per year
Additional salary information: £996 SEN allowance. Term time only working
Hours: Part time
Closing date: 30 June 2024
Location: RG14 2JG
Remote working: On-site only
Company: The Castle School
Job type: Permanent
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Summary

Have you got the energy, vision and passion for SEN and a good sense of fun to join our team?

The Castle school meets the individual needs of 162 students between 4 and 19 years, whom have special educational needs. We are looking for enthusiastic, caring and flexible people with a positive and proactive approach to grow our team from September 2024.

You will be working with students 1 to 1 and in small groups to enable their access to learning. You will work in both our indoor and outdoor classrooms to support the pupils’ learning as directed by the class teacher. You will also be required to assist with the pupil’s personal needs. The ability to communicate effectively with pupils, parents and staff is essential.

We are committed to supporting and developing our staff to reach their full potential and provide a variety of training and development opportunities. You will be joining a team of experienced people dedicated to helping our children. The post will give you the opportunity to work in a dynamic and thriving school community where you can make a tangible difference.

This role is 30 hours per week 0845-1515 Monday to Friday



We reserve the right to hold interviews before the closing date if we receive applications from people who match the person specification criteria, so we encourage you to apply early.



Closing date: 30 June 2024

Interviews: Wednesday 10 July 2024



Further information about the school and an application pack can be found on the school website at www.thecastleschoolnewbury.org.uk or by contacting Cassy Clark on hr@castle.w-berks.sch.uk



The Castle School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment and is in line with guidance in KCSIE. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-disclosure form. Successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Baring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant checks including online searches to help to identify any incidents and/or issues which may be relevant to your suitability for the role, which the school may want to explore further with you.

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