Level 2 Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 16 September 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | GLPC-D SCP 6-11 = £23,893-£25,979 pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 30 September 2024 |
| Location: | Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG8 3HW |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1442490 |
Summary
Teaching Assistant NCC Level 2 – 32.5 hrs/week, term time only (permanent)
(GLPC-D SCP 6-11 = £23,893-£25,979 pro rata = approx £18,052-£20,253 per annum)
Oak Field School is Special School for 166 pupils aged 3-19 with a wide range of learning and physical disabilities, broadly SLD (severe learning difficulties) and PMLD (profound and multiple learning difficulties). This includes some pupils with challenging behaviours linked to SLD, some pupils with ASC, and some pupils with sensory and/or complex health needs. This is a permanent full-time post, to start on Monday 04 November 2024; there is also the possibility of a temporary post.
We are seeking a proactive, enthusiastic, qualified and experienced Teaching Assistant with a strong background/interest in the field of SEN and Disability, ideally with Special School experience. A particular interest in supporting the learning of pupils with SLD/ASD who have challenging behaviours linked to their disability would be an advantage, as would experience of supporting the learning of children and young people with PMLD. The school would very much welcome applications from graduates with a degree in a relevant field as listed at the bottom of the NCC job description, who have a strong interest in/experience of this sector, and/or who might be considering a teaching career. Similarly, we would welcome applications from strong candidates who are nearing the end of their NVQ3 course in STL or other qualifications as detailed at the bottom of the job description. If in doubt re your qualifications, please contact Patricia Lewis (Headteacher) before you apply, as below – applications will only be considered at this level if you meet the NCC qualification criteria.
The focus of a TA2 post at our school is to support personalised learning at all levels, as part of a team - this includes teaching, learning, assessment, behaviour management, and care; the successful candidate will be expected to be proactive in seeking and developing their own CPD. The school provides training in areas such as Communication, Makaton, PSHE/RSE, Behaviour and Physical Intervention (we use NCC Approach), Moving and Handling, and Personal and Intimate Care (see appendix) to maximise access to learning. We also ensure access to multi-disciplinary training in physical management, and health tasks such as gastrostomy feeds, as appropriate. Although TAs work in a specific class, candidates are appointed to the school, rather than to a specific KS, to a particular area of Learning Difficulty, or to a particular pupil (class placement changes annually, by negotiation), and are expected to participate actively in the wider life and enrichment activities of the school.
Working hours for this post are Mon-Fri 8.50am-3.50pm, with 30 minutes lunchbreak,
Since Oak Field is a unique specialised educational setting, we strongly advise that before you apply for this post you have a detailed look at our website (oakfieldschool.org.uk), especially the 4-minute video and the Learning At Home tab, then have an informal telephone conversation with Patricia Lewis (Headteacher) to discuss this post further. This opportunity is available between 9.30am and 5pm, and we cannot stress enough how important this is, to support your application.
Applications close on: Monday 30 September 2024 at 9am
Provisional interview date: Friday 04 October 2024
For the Personal Statement section of the application form, please write a covering letter (2 sides max)
outlining your experience, knowledge, skills and abilities in relation to this post.
(GLPC-D SCP 6-11 = £23,893-£25,979 pro rata = approx £18,052-£20,253 per annum)
Oak Field School is Special School for 166 pupils aged 3-19 with a wide range of learning and physical disabilities, broadly SLD (severe learning difficulties) and PMLD (profound and multiple learning difficulties). This includes some pupils with challenging behaviours linked to SLD, some pupils with ASC, and some pupils with sensory and/or complex health needs. This is a permanent full-time post, to start on Monday 04 November 2024; there is also the possibility of a temporary post.
We are seeking a proactive, enthusiastic, qualified and experienced Teaching Assistant with a strong background/interest in the field of SEN and Disability, ideally with Special School experience. A particular interest in supporting the learning of pupils with SLD/ASD who have challenging behaviours linked to their disability would be an advantage, as would experience of supporting the learning of children and young people with PMLD. The school would very much welcome applications from graduates with a degree in a relevant field as listed at the bottom of the NCC job description, who have a strong interest in/experience of this sector, and/or who might be considering a teaching career. Similarly, we would welcome applications from strong candidates who are nearing the end of their NVQ3 course in STL or other qualifications as detailed at the bottom of the job description. If in doubt re your qualifications, please contact Patricia Lewis (Headteacher) before you apply, as below – applications will only be considered at this level if you meet the NCC qualification criteria.
The focus of a TA2 post at our school is to support personalised learning at all levels, as part of a team - this includes teaching, learning, assessment, behaviour management, and care; the successful candidate will be expected to be proactive in seeking and developing their own CPD. The school provides training in areas such as Communication, Makaton, PSHE/RSE, Behaviour and Physical Intervention (we use NCC Approach), Moving and Handling, and Personal and Intimate Care (see appendix) to maximise access to learning. We also ensure access to multi-disciplinary training in physical management, and health tasks such as gastrostomy feeds, as appropriate. Although TAs work in a specific class, candidates are appointed to the school, rather than to a specific KS, to a particular area of Learning Difficulty, or to a particular pupil (class placement changes annually, by negotiation), and are expected to participate actively in the wider life and enrichment activities of the school.
Working hours for this post are Mon-Fri 8.50am-3.50pm, with 30 minutes lunchbreak,
Since Oak Field is a unique specialised educational setting, we strongly advise that before you apply for this post you have a detailed look at our website (oakfieldschool.org.uk), especially the 4-minute video and the Learning At Home tab, then have an informal telephone conversation with Patricia Lewis (Headteacher) to discuss this post further. This opportunity is available between 9.30am and 5pm, and we cannot stress enough how important this is, to support your application.
Applications close on: Monday 30 September 2024 at 9am
Provisional interview date: Friday 04 October 2024
For the Personal Statement section of the application form, please write a covering letter (2 sides max)
outlining your experience, knowledge, skills and abilities in relation to this post.