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We are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to work 4 days a week with our pupils in Aspen 2 who have a range of profound, severe and complex learning needs and disabilities. In Aspen 2, we believe that all pupils, regardless of any barrier can be successful and live a fulfilling life.
Aspen 2 offers a unique curriculum and approach to pupils, all of whom have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). These roles may involve supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis, in small groups, or in small class settings to succeed and achieve. The roles may also include personal care for some of our pupils with physical disabilities.
We are looking someone with energy, determination, enthusiasm and teamwork skills to join our friendly and forward looking school. We welcome applications from experienced Teaching Assistant who have worked in a Special Needs school environment; alternatively, you may have a passion for supporting students with additional needs and be looking for your first opportunity to develop your skills. We have a varied and interesting professional development programme that shows the value we place in our support team colleagues. We are looking for someone who will uphold our values of inclusivity and proactive response to communication and behaviour, as well as a commitment to safeguarding the welfare of young people.
Benefits of Working for Turner Schools:
We care about our staff's personal and professional wellbeing and are pleased to offer the following benefits:
1. Fully funded access to Benenden Healthcare providing access to healthcare services such as Medical Diagnostics, Medical Treatment and Surgery, Physiotherapy, 24/7 GP and Mental Health helplines for permanent members of staff
2. As part of a multi academy trust, you will have access to high quality CPD through our Turner Institute and a range of progression routes across our schools.
3. Regular wellbeing and social activities
4. Counselling and mental wellbeing support
5. Access to Mental Health First Aiders
6. Cycle to work scheme
7. Innovation Awards that encourage staff to put forward innovative ideas to make a difference to children’s experiences
8. Trust Vision and Values awards to recognise staff contribution
9. Free parking on all our sites with access to E chargers
The salary working 4 days a week (27.5 hours per week), Term Time + INSET days + £15,090 pa + a SEN Allowance of £1,052 per annum.
We reserve the right to close the advert early if a suitable candidate is found.