The full time positions are scale 1C/2 (NJC Points 3 to 4) £19,118 to £19,411 gross salary for 32.5 hours per week (£ £13.05 per hour), term time only plus a special school allowance of approx. £424 gross per year. The working week is M/T/Th/F 8.40am until 3.30pm and Wednesday 8.40 am to 4.20 pm with a 30 minute lunch break each day. For the part-time posts the working days will be negotiable to fit in with the needs of our students.
About the Role
In the role of Teaching Assistant you will support all students to access learning and assist the teacher/practitioner in charge in the management of students and the classroom. This will include support with personal hygiene/care, postural management and other educational interventions as directed by the teacher. Work may be carried out in the classroom or outside the main teaching area or across the age range and ability range of students in the school. The postholder will be expected to use good common sense and initiative in all matters relating to:
* the conduct and behaviour of individuals, groups of students and whole classes
* the correct use and care of materials/resources by individual and small groups of students
* the safety, mobility and hygiene and well-being of the students
This role involves engaging with students in regulated activity relevant to children.
What We Are Looking For
* Experience of working in a similar role
* Experience of working with people with SEND
* Qualifications - GCSE English and Maths at Grade C or equivalent
Why Join Ravenscliffe?
* Enjoy a strong focus on staff wellbeing, with access to wellbeing initiatives and support
* A school culture that values teamwork, professional development, and inclusion
* A community that respects others, champions individuality and celebrates all achievements.
* A friendly, supportive, dedicated and enthusiastic staff team.
Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join our dedicated team
ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE MADE DIRECTLY TO SCHOOL VIA THE CALDERDALE APPLICATION FORM AVAILABLE ON OUR WEB-SITE. WE DO NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS VIA INDEED.
Closing date: Tuesday 7th October 2025 at 9am
Interviews will take place: week commencing 13th October 2025
Visits to school prior to interview are warmly welcomed. Please contact school to make an appointment on telephone number Job packs are available on the school website or can be obtained from HR and must be returned to
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.85 per hour
Benefits:
* Bereavement leave
* Canteen
* Casual dress
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Work Location: In person