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Would you like to join our aspirational, joyful school community, where senior leaders and staff share a passion and determination to unlock the potential in every pupil?
Salary: KSA - Actual Salary £17,247 plus an annual Special Needs Allowance of £1370. The working hours are 9:00 - 15:30 Monday to Friday, working five days a week (30 hours), term time only (39 weeks).
We are seeking Teaching Assistants to work with teachers to support teaching and learning for pupils with profound, severe and complex needs. Applicants will have previous experience of working or volunteering with young people. Some experience of working with pupils with special educational needs would be an advantage, though not essential, as training will be given. The successful candidate could be required to work anywhere across the school
At Meadowfield we work hard to ensure that all of our pupils make excellent progress, and we continually seek to improve the wellbeing of both pupils and staff. Ofsted recognise that relationships between our staff and pupils are exceptionally positive, and we are delighted that our pupils told inspectors they are very happy at the school and really enjoy their lessons. From all staff we expect commitment to the school and pupils, and a desire to improve and excel.
In return, successful candidates can expect:
1. Training and development support, including induction, e-learning and weekly CPD sessions held on a Friday afternoon.
2. Progress to KR4 salary after two years’ service in TA role
3. Career development opportunities
4. Access to Employee Assistance Programme, offering free and confidential support and advice
5. Ample free on-site parking
6. Free use on multi-gym at main site
Further information about the responsibilities of the role, and the criteria we will use to select candidates, can be found in the attached job description and person specification. In addition, the attached information pack has guidance on applying for this role. We encourage you to familiarise yourself with all the information provided, plus information about the school from our website, before submitting your application.
Meadowfield School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. This post is subject to, references, a medical check and an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a Self-Disclosure Form and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, will also be subject to an online search.