Special Needs Support Assistant
| Posting date: | 11 September 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £23,500 to £23,500 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 22 September 2024 |
| Location: | Desmond Anderson Primary Academy, Crawley West Sussex |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | University of Brighton Academies Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 3414 |
Summary
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, term time only (38 weeks)
Hours: 4 days 0830-1400, 1 day 0830-1430 (day negotiable)
Actual Starting Salary (calculated pro rata): £14,911 per annum plus fringe allowance £437 and SSC allowance £905
Salaries are paid in 12 equal monthly instalments
Desmond Anderson Primary Academy is seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic Special Needs Support Assistant, to join our happy team. The role will also encompass Speech and Language Support and Reception Administration.
The successful candidate will ideally have experience of working in school.
We are seeking that special someone who:
enjoys supporting children with additional needs.
is flexible, approachable and always willing to ‘have a go’
can adapt and respond to the strengths and needs of pupils
is organised, self-motivated and a team player
has good verbal and written communication skills
has a positive outlook.
has a genuine desire to involve themselves fully in the life of the academy
If you like the sound of this for your next career move then we look forward to hearing from you. Visits to the school are encouraged, so please come and see us.
Desmond Anderson Primary Academy
Desmond Anderson Academy takes pride in its engaging curriculum, carefully crafted to cater to the needs of every child, instilling a genuine love for learning. Our approach emphasises close collaboration within our community, working closely with parents and carers to ensure each child's success.
Catering to children from Reception to Year 6, our academy is enriched by the presence of a Special Support Centre and a Nursery, offering comprehensive support and opportunities for all ages. At Desmond Anderson, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing environment where every child can thrive academically and socially.
We are an expanding school, which now has a published admissions number of 60 and will have a total capacity of 430 pupils.
We truly value the experience, dedication, and commitment of all our employees and believe in the power of motivated and happy staff. This is why we seek to enrich and reward our employees wherever we can, by offering a wide range of exciting and useful employee benefits. These include:
Automatic annual pay increments
High quality continuous professional development and support for your career progression
A strong commitment to your health & wellbeing including; onsite Wellbeing Champions, designated Mental Health Ambassadors, flexible working opportunities from Day 1, and Employee Assistance programme
Generous public sector pension scheme
Discounts on retail & travel
Cycle 2 Work scheme
Charity giving
As the largest Multi-Academies Trust in Sussex, we are a close-knit family of schools committed to achieving ambitions, delivering excellence, and nurturing potential. Sponsored by the esteemed University of Brighton, we provide high-quality learning experiences for our pupils.
Our success is a result of the dedication and expertise of our staff and central teams, creating vibrant places of learning that ignite curiosity and foster a lifelong love of education. Together, we aim to inspire our children and staff to flourish and achieve their best.
At the heart of everything we do are our pupils. We believe that learning should be exciting, engaging, and fun – an adventure where curiosity is celebrated, and creativity is encouraged. We strive to create an environment where each child feels inspired and supported, enabling them to discover their unique talents and interests.
Our commitment
The University of Brighton Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check. This role is considered exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013, 2020 and 2023. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
We welcome applications from all members of the community.
The Trust is proud to be part of the government’s Disability Confident scheme which underpins our staff and volunteer recruitment practices. If you would like any support or assistant at any stage of the recruitment process please let us know, by contacting us by email to recruitment@brightonacademiestrust.org.uk or by telephone to Emma Richings 01424 905 306.
To arrange a visit or to have an informal discussion about this role please contact the academy office by email to:office@desmondandersonprimaryacademy.org.uk
Hours: 4 days 0830-1400, 1 day 0830-1430 (day negotiable)
Actual Starting Salary (calculated pro rata): £14,911 per annum plus fringe allowance £437 and SSC allowance £905
Salaries are paid in 12 equal monthly instalments
Desmond Anderson Primary Academy is seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic Special Needs Support Assistant, to join our happy team. The role will also encompass Speech and Language Support and Reception Administration.
The successful candidate will ideally have experience of working in school.
We are seeking that special someone who:
enjoys supporting children with additional needs.
is flexible, approachable and always willing to ‘have a go’
can adapt and respond to the strengths and needs of pupils
is organised, self-motivated and a team player
has good verbal and written communication skills
has a positive outlook.
has a genuine desire to involve themselves fully in the life of the academy
If you like the sound of this for your next career move then we look forward to hearing from you. Visits to the school are encouraged, so please come and see us.
Desmond Anderson Primary Academy
Desmond Anderson Academy takes pride in its engaging curriculum, carefully crafted to cater to the needs of every child, instilling a genuine love for learning. Our approach emphasises close collaboration within our community, working closely with parents and carers to ensure each child's success.
Catering to children from Reception to Year 6, our academy is enriched by the presence of a Special Support Centre and a Nursery, offering comprehensive support and opportunities for all ages. At Desmond Anderson, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing environment where every child can thrive academically and socially.
We are an expanding school, which now has a published admissions number of 60 and will have a total capacity of 430 pupils.
We truly value the experience, dedication, and commitment of all our employees and believe in the power of motivated and happy staff. This is why we seek to enrich and reward our employees wherever we can, by offering a wide range of exciting and useful employee benefits. These include:
Automatic annual pay increments
High quality continuous professional development and support for your career progression
A strong commitment to your health & wellbeing including; onsite Wellbeing Champions, designated Mental Health Ambassadors, flexible working opportunities from Day 1, and Employee Assistance programme
Generous public sector pension scheme
Discounts on retail & travel
Cycle 2 Work scheme
Charity giving
As the largest Multi-Academies Trust in Sussex, we are a close-knit family of schools committed to achieving ambitions, delivering excellence, and nurturing potential. Sponsored by the esteemed University of Brighton, we provide high-quality learning experiences for our pupils.
Our success is a result of the dedication and expertise of our staff and central teams, creating vibrant places of learning that ignite curiosity and foster a lifelong love of education. Together, we aim to inspire our children and staff to flourish and achieve their best.
At the heart of everything we do are our pupils. We believe that learning should be exciting, engaging, and fun – an adventure where curiosity is celebrated, and creativity is encouraged. We strive to create an environment where each child feels inspired and supported, enabling them to discover their unique talents and interests.
Our commitment
The University of Brighton Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check. This role is considered exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013, 2020 and 2023. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
We welcome applications from all members of the community.
The Trust is proud to be part of the government’s Disability Confident scheme which underpins our staff and volunteer recruitment practices. If you would like any support or assistant at any stage of the recruitment process please let us know, by contacting us by email to recruitment@brightonacademiestrust.org.uk or by telephone to Emma Richings 01424 905 306.
To arrange a visit or to have an informal discussion about this role please contact the academy office by email to:office@desmondandersonprimaryacademy.org.uk
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.