Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistant
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Closing date: 01 June 2025
Location: Brackenfield School, South Derbyshire
Brackenfield School is an area special school providing education for young people with complex needs, including communication and comprehension difficulties. We are seeking multiple Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistants (STLA) for 37 hours a week, starting September 2025.
The successful candidates will join an experienced team supporting pupils aged 3 to 19 with profound and multiple severe learning needs. Pupils are grouped by cognitive, social, communication, and sensory needs rather than age. Candidates should have knowledge of specialist education and early childhood development, good verbal communication skills, and the ability to annotate pupils' work.
Applicants should demonstrate high standards, adaptability, teamwork, growth mindset, and the ability to promote pupil independence. Please see the full job specification and description for responsibilities.
Brackenfield School is committed to safeguarding and promoting equality. Due to access to children and vulnerable adults, successful candidates will undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent employment.
For more information, contact HR@brackenfield.derbyshire.sch.uk.
Pre-Interviews: 6 June 2025
Face-to-face interviews: 12 June 2025
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