Higher Level Teaching Assistant (SALT)
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 08 Medi 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Competitive |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 08 Hydref 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Bury, BL9 9NH |
| Cwmni: | inploi |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 75740201 |
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HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT (Speech, Language + Communication)
GRADE 9 Pt 18 - Pt 23: FTE
35 hours per week, term time only plus 5 days
Temporary Contract to end 17/07/2026
The Derby High School in Bury, Greater Manchester, is seeking to appoint a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Speech, Language and Communication). We are looking for someone with the relevant qualifications, skills and experience who has a passion and commitment to improving the Speech, Language and Communication outcomes of students. This is an exciting new role and, working under the direction of the Assistant Headteacher SEND. The post-holder will have the opportunity to make a significant difference to the success of students of students at The Derby High School.
The Derby High School is currently the highest performing school within the Local Authority, and we have sustained this position for a number of years. We are a highly inclusive school serving a diverse student population who are a joy to be around. The leadership of the school at every level is a key strength and this was recognised by Ofsted in our most recent full inspection. We boast a talented staff with a commitment to delivering the highest standards and who are overwhelmingly proud to belong to the school. All who visit The Derby High School are impressed by our warm and welcoming environment.
You should consider applying if you can bring the following to our school: -
- Experience of working with students who have speech, language and communication related barriers to learning.
- Experience of working with students in a school environment (ideally Primary or Secondary sectors).
We are particularly interested in candidates with experience of running interventions for Speech, Language and Communication.
- Ability to plan and deliver work for small groups of students.
- Ability to work with parents and carers to provide guidance for speech, language and communication strategies.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently with initiative.
- Strong relationship building skills.
- Flexibility and adaptability.
- Values that are aligned with The Derby’s vision and values Inspired to Make a Difference.
We believe that The Derby High School is a great place to be. This post offers you the opportunity to work in/with:
- A successful school with a strong will and determination to continue to improve.
- A school that has high expectations of all who work here.
- A school that places teaching and learning at the heart of school improvement.
- A school that is driven by strong values, invests in its staff and students and has a high regard for their welfare.
- A supportive and cooperative staff who are committed to their roles.
- A school that works effectively with all stakeholders.
- A caring school where you can make a real difference to the lives of young people.
We will encourage you to be innovative and creative and provide professional development that will support you in your future career plans.
In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students, appointment will be subject to a full DBS check and references. Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022 an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
To apply for this post, please download and complete the application form and provide a letter of application and email to Mrs S Silgram-Clynes, Headteachers PA at headteacherspa@thederbyhighschool.co.uk
CLOSING DATE: Friday 19th September 2025 12 noon
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